How to Setup NETGEAR WIFI Extender?

Sadmin — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 18:48:53 +0000

How to Setup and Configure Your Netgear Wi-Fi Extender Using WPS

Try the simple and easy to understand steps to Setup Netgear WIFI Extender–

First things first, check to see whether the Netgear range extender is switched on.
Locate the WPS button on your device and press and hold it for some time.
You’ll need to press the WPS button that’s provided on the current router.
When the router has successfully set up its connection with the extender, the LED light on the router will become solid green.
Repeat the previous steps to set up a dual-band range extender.
Connect your device to the network provided by the extension and ensure that you use the same password as your primary router’s network.
You may find the default username and password for the Wi-fi extender in the handbook for the device.
Therefore, the extended range of your NETGEAR range has been set up. Now is the time to connect your Wi-fi devices to the extended NETGEAR_EXT SSID to get a continuous internet connection across your home or place of business.

If your extender has a switch that can be set to either Access Point or Extender, make sure the switch is set to Access Point.
Connect your range extender to one of the LAN ports located on the rear of your router by using an Ethernet wire.
Connect the extension to a power source using the plug provided.
Attend the illumination of the Power LED.
To turn the device on if the Power LED is dark, hit the Power button.
You may connect to the NETGEAR_EXT network using a computer or mobile device that has Wi-fi capabilities.
Open a browser to the Internet and go to the address mywifiext.net.
Tap or click the NEW EXTENDER SETUP button.
To create an account, fill out the required information, and then click or tap the NEXT button
If the NETGEAR installation assistant prompts you to choose an installation type, choose Access Point by clicking or tapping the appropriate option.
To complete configuring your extender as an access point, just follow the on-screen directions.

Check to see whether the power light on your Wi-fi range extender from NETGEAR is illuminated.
After that, locate the button on your range extender that is labeled “reset.”
You may use a paper clip or a pin or any other tiny thing.
Once the power is on, you may let go of the button.

Connect the Nighthawk range extender to the available electrical socket.
Navigate to the settings menu for your wireless network using the WI-FI option.
Open a web browser of your choice after selecting the “NETGEAR_EXT” network.
Now, in the address box, enter mywifiext.net, and then press the search button.
You have been sent to the setup page for the Nighthawk range extender.
To connect your extender with your existing network, you will first need to create an account and then follow the instructions.