Netgear extender setup is the easiest way to perk-up your WiFi in today’s modern scenario. This smart device is packed with features that help in turning dead zones into fun zones. But without proper support, the same cannot be possible.
We, the service provider of Netgear, ensure seamless new extender setup that just takes a short span of time for completion of the process. Read on.
Steps to set up a WiFi Range Extender
To complete the setup process of your Netgear device with ease, you have to walk through the light and smooth instructions given below:
- Power on the signal booster (extender).
- Turn on a load-free computer or laptop.
- Connect it to a reliable, safe, and secure internet/ WiFi network.
- Now, open an up-to-date and web browser of your choice.
- Enter mywifiext.net into the address bar field and hit Enter.
- When a new page appears, click on the new extender setup button.
- Use the login credentials and hot on the Login button.
- Netgear Genie setup page will appear.
- The handy guide of on-screen instructions will be shown. You just have to follow them carefully and set up your wireless repeater (extender).
Moreover, you can also install your Netgear device as an access point. For this, you have to follow some feather touch steps below.
Well, the range extender can easily be installed in two modes; one is extender mode and another one is access point mode.
The extender mode expands the incoming signals coming out from the main router and spread its internet range to far corner of the house and workplace. On the other hand, the access point mode makes extender work as a wireless/ WiFi hotspot.
Below are the baby touch instructions to install the Netgear device as an access point:
- Power on the Netgear WiFi range extender first and after that, your main router. Once done, connect them both with each other via Ethernet cable.
- Next, open an internet browser and into the address bar type mywifiext.net.
- By default, it will take you to the home-page of Netgear Genie where it will ask you about the mode in which you wish to set up your WiFi expander (extender).
- Now, select the network type from the available options. At last, set up new details such as network name (SSID), security key (password), etc.
Good Job! Now, your range extender is set to be used as an access point mode. If you experience any issue in going through the above-mentioned steps, then don’t forget that we are always ready to help you.
WPS (WiFi-Protected Setup) for Installation of Netgear Range Extender
If the existing router and your range extender support the WPS, use this method for the setup of your device. Here are the creamy smooth steps to install a signal booster (extender):
- First of all, power on your Netgear WiFi Range Extender.
- Press the extender’s WPS button.
- Hold it for a few seconds.
- Finally, release it carefully
What are the error messages while accessing mywifiext.net Login web page?
Well, you’ll see different messages when trying to access the web page of mywifiext.
On Apple Safari: You will see that the browser “Can’t find server”.
On Mozilla Firefox: You will see that “Server not found. Firefox can’t find the server at mywifiext.com.
On Internet Explorer: You will see that “You’re not connected to a network” or the “Page can’t be displayed”.
On Google Chrome: You will see that you are “Unable to connect to the Internet. Google Chrome can’t display the webpage because your computer isn’t connected to the Internet properly.
To resolve such issues, make sure that your internet is working perfectly fine. Moreover, the main router of yours should be updated by the latest firmware. Also, both range extender and the router is to be placed at a higher shelf away from electronic and metal gadgets, Bluetooth devices and speakers, public WiFi, door, walls, and reflection of mirrors.
Use 192.168.1.250 (default IP address of range extender) instead of the mentioned web address. Connect the range extender with your router either wirelessly or with a well-maintained, dust and cuts free Ethernet or USB cable.
If you are still can’t get mywifiext.net setup, then immediately ask our certified professionals for Netgear extender support via comment section below.
