So
you have replaced your router or gateway device! Let us guess why you do so.
Maybe the router or gateway device is not working well after new extender setup or losing internet
connection again and again. Whatever the reason, you have to reconfigure your
Netgear range extender as well once you swap the existing wireless router or
access point.
This
how-to guide will take you through a journey on reconfiguring your extender after
replacing the current router. So, all set to go? Why we are waiting then! Let’s
go.
In
the case of Netgear WiFi range extenders, any major or minor setting can be
accessed via the only mywifiext web
address. Therefore, it also can be said as the heart and soul of Netgear
extenders.
With
mywifiext.net, you can set up a
brand new wireless extender as well as change the settings of an already
installed device. It even lets you customize the network name or SSID and
password with great ease.
There
are two methods to reconfigure your Netgear WiFi extender: using the web GUI or
mywifiext.net setup and via the WPS
connection. Both of the ways are briefly explained below:
1. Using Web GUI
The
default web GUI or Graphical User Interface used for Netgear extenders is www.mywifiext.net. If you want to use
this method to reconfigure the extender, make sure first that the extender is
in its default setting values.
In
simple words, reset your WiFi extender to the default factory settings. For
this, press the reset button and restore the default settings.
After
the extender has finished its reboot, connect your computer to an available
network. Launch an internet browser on it and you will automatically be directed
to the Netgear extender setup page.
If
this is not the case with you, manually enter the web-based address or 192.168.1.250 IP address in the address
bar of your browser. A form like page will arise. Fill in the necessary details
like first name, last name, email ID, password and more. Click on next button
to continue.
Once
you successfully created the account, head over to mywifiext.net login page and sign in to your account. Connect your
extender to a reliable wireless network by clicking on next button.
Type
the password and set up your network. Finally, register your device to avail
the benefits of its warranty offer. If you need any help regarding the
registration process, opt for immediate Netgear
extender support from our experienced technicians at toll-free number 1-855-466-3001.
Essential Note:
Use mywifiext.net local web address
if you are configuring your extender on Mac, iPhone, iPad or other iOS devices.
2. WPS Method
This
method doesn’t require you to access Netgeargenie setup page to reconfigure your Netgear extender. WPS stands for WiFi
Protected Setup. The extenders come with a WPS button which lets you configure
your device with ease. What’s more, it is a secure method to get the job done.
Here
are the steps to follow if you want to use WPS method to configure the
extender:
ü Plug
in your range extender to a wall socket.
ü Press
the WPS button on your device.
ü Wait
for some time and let the WPS light blink.
ü When
it starts blinking, it becomes the configuration process has started.
ü In
case you own a dual-band extender, repeat the steps once.
At
last, reboot the extender and wait for some time. You can also check the Netgear WiFi range extender manual which
came with the purchase to know more about WPS.
And
there you are! So now you know how to reconfigure the Netgear extender if you
replace the router or access point. In case you have any queries, don’t shy to
share them with us via the comments below. We will reach out to you shortly.
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