How to setup Netgear Extender?
Why do we need an extender if we have a router?
When the main router is not capable of covering the whole area of your home or office then there is
a need to purchase and install an extender. Netgear extenders are providing results these days.
Various Netgear extender models are manufactured to provide a better range coverage all over the
house. Installation of the Netgear extender is also very easy through its web interface and that is
mywifiext.net. If the web address does not seem to work then you can use the default IP address for
the same purpose.
Setup of the Netgear extender
If we talk about the setup then there are various methods you can use to install the Netgear
extender. One of the easiest methods is by pushing the WPS button. Make sure the router also has
the WPS button for the setup to complete. Another method is, use the domain name mywifiext.net
or www.mywifiext.net to setup the extender.
Open an Internet browser, enter the domain name as mentioned here and then hit the enter key.
After this, enter the default login details and hit the submit button. You will get landed to the setup
page. From this onwards, you can follow the instructions and setup the Netgear extender.
How to find the network name if you are unable to do so?
Follow the steps given below.
1. Open the setup wizard for your extender model. A screen displays.
2. Enable the manually input my wireless SSID radio button. Enter the network name of your
extender now. Make sure you put the _EXT at the end of the SSID.
3. Enter the password for the same and click on the Continue button to proceed.
4. Tick on the check box saying use the same security settings for the extended network.
5. Verify the name of the extender and click on continue button.
6 Click OK; you will see a window saying you are one step away from completing the installation.
7. Now, the connection between router and extender has been established. But the connection
between your device and the extender still remains to be made.
8. Turn on your device; go to network icon shown at the bottom right corner. Locate the network
name of the extended network and click on connect.
9. Click on the finish button to finish this process.
Now, your computer is connected to the extended network and your extender is connected to the
router. If you have any issues while the setup process through mywifiext.net or while putting the
SSID by the above mentioned steps, feel free to contact us.
How to place Netgear Extender at an optimal place?
Introduction of Netgear Extender
Netgear extender is a device used to expand the wireless signal of your wifi. It helps you whenever
you are not able to get internet access in some areas of your home. You can use Wifi systems but if
your house is small then it is preferable to use extenders. Extenders cost much less than wifi
systems. To cover all the areas, you need to purchase and install extender at your home. Netgear
extender re-transmits the signal coming from the router. And you can easily set them manually via
mywifiext.net.
If you have a single band router then you can use dual band router before installing an extender. In
dual band router, 2.4 GHz band is reserved for the email checking and internet browsing and 5 GHz
band is reserved for streaming videos and playing online games. If you are still not able to get the
wifi signal in all areas then install extender using mywifiext.net. Now, we will discuss what the
optimal position to place your extender is.
There are various methods by which you can check where to place the extender.
•FaceTime method: You can use any chat method. It is not necessary to use FaceTime. Two users are
needed to perform this method. Open the chat window and start chatting, fix the position of one
user and say to another one to keep going far and far. The area where the connection gets lost that
is the optimal area to place the extender.
•Use a utility or application: There are various applications available that can tell you the signal loss
of the router. One such example is inSSIDder. This app tells you where the signal strength is weak or
how much area can be covered by your router. Install such an application onto your computer and
start moving away from the router and notice where the signal drops off. That area where this thing
happens is the perfect place to put the Netgear extender.
If you do not want to try these methods then it is recommended to place the extender midway
between the router and the area where there is no signal or weak signal. Make sure, your router and
extender work on similar standards. The Company of both do not matter but the wireless standard
on which they are working matters. Also, check both the extender and the router must have the
latest firmware. They will not be able to work properly if one of them is having an old firmware. In
some of the Netgear extenders, you have to place the extender first near the router and then after
the installation finished, you can place the extender at the optimal position.
If you get any issues while installing or while opening the login window through mywifiext.net, you
can contact us via live chat window. Our support team is available 24/7 to serve you and provide an
ultimate solution to your problem.
