Netgear extender is not connecting to router? Read this

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.    

1.  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

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

      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.