Extending a Wireless LAN Network
Here is how to use FRITZ!Powerline 540E as a WLAN repeater.
1. Start a web browser and enter
FRITZ!Powerline 540E user interface opens.
2. Open System/Operating Mode and click Change Operating Mode.
3. Select WLAN Bridge and click Next. A Wizard starts to guide you through the
confi guration process.
4. Click Finish.
5. If FRITZ!Powerline 540E is connected with your router via a powerline or LAN
connection, clear this connection.
FRITZ!Powerline 540E and your router can be connected
connection.
6. Connect your wireless LAN and network devices with FRITZ!Powerline 540E.
WLAN
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with only one
WLAN
Status Display and Operation
You can operate FRITZ!Powerline 540E manually using the three buttons.
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on
WLAN function is enabled
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WPS quick connection in progress
off
WLAN function is switched off
press briefl y
Starting a WPS quick connection
for factory settings, press and hold at the same time as
on
Connected in the powerline network
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Connecting or not in the powerline network
off
Powerline is switched off on the adapter
press briefl y
Integrating FRITZ!Powerline safely into an existing
powerline network
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