If
you face any trouble while connecting Netgear extender to the router, then you
are definitely reading the right post. In order to make a problem-free mywifiext.net setup for your home
wireless network, the extender must be connected to router. But most of the
users are unable to make a connection between the extender and router. If you
are also sailing in the same boat, read this tutorial thoroughly and find the
solution to the said issue. Shall we get into it?
Without
a doubt, Netgear extender is the best device to extend the existing range and
coverage of your router. However, users come across a lot of issues while using
it. And the common one is that the extender doesn’t connect to the existing
router. No, no! You don’t need to throw it in a bin or pay the bucks on a new
router. With some simple troubleshooting steps, you can easily connect the
extender to old router.
Reasons of the issue
You
may have multiple issues with your Netgear WiFi range extender e.g.
- ü Netgear extender setup is failed or you are not able to install it.
- ü The main wireless router is not configured to the extender.
- ü The extender is blinking orange.
- ü The internet connectivity has lost.
- ü You want to reset the extender to default factory settings.
- ü Your internet data pack has expired.
In
case you have such an issue with your range extender, contact our experts at
toll-free number 1-888-674-6890 and receive
instant solutions.
But
before that, follow the troubleshooting tips given below.
- Power cycle the extender
Whenever
any technical issue occurs, the first step of every user is power cycling. Turn
off the extender and unplug it from the wall socket. Let it relax for some time
so you have to wait. After that, plug the device back in to an electrical
outlet and power it on. Now try connecting it to the router either wirelessly
or in a wired manner and accessing any webpage like www.mywifiext.net.
Inevitable Note: You
can use the Netgear WiFi range extender
manual if you face any issue while power cycling it.
2. Reboot the router
If
the power cycling of extender doesn’t work for you, go for the router
rebooting. Power off the WiFi router by unplugging its wires from a socket and
disconnect all the connected devices from it. Now, allow it to take rest for
some time. Plug the router into a damaged-free wall socket. Also, the device
must receive fluctuation-free and constant power supply.
3. Reset the extender
3. Reset the extender
Resetting
the Netgear wireless extender to default factory settings will also helpful in
resolving the connection issues with router. You can do so manually. Directly
press the reset button but with a condition that the extender has the latest
firmware version installed on it. Afterward, the extender will reboot
automatically. So wait for a few minutes. Till then, you can enjoy a glass of
beer or coffee.
4. Set up the extender carefully
4. Set up the extender carefully
Another reason of this issue is that your new
extender setup is not configured properly. So it is recommended to set up
the extender from scratch after resetting it.
To
get started with Netgear extender setup,
power on the device by applying a steady power supply to it. Switch on your PC
and access a high-speed internet connection on it. Next go to the web-based
interface i.e. mywifiext.net local.
It will open a login page where you need to fill the user ID and password.
Clicking on the login button will take you to Netgear genie setup page. Here, simply follow the steps given on
screen and set up the extender.
If
you experience any sort of difficulty while performing the troubleshooting
steps, you are strongly recommended to reach out to our experts and ask them
for Netgear extender support. You can rely on our services without any doubt as
our experts have years of experience under their belt to sort out any issue
related to Netgear products.
