Want to perform Netgear wireless extender
setup? Has no clue how to do the extender setup? Worry not! This
article will be your go-to guide to performing Netgear wireless extender setup You will get through two methods to perform the
setup. So, make sure you don’t miss even a single point. Otherwise,
you might face issues during the extender setup process. Keep
reading.

Ways to Perform Netgear Wireless Extender
Setup

  1. Manual Method

The manual method uses a web browser to access
the extender setup page. Let’s check out the right sequence to do
the extender setup.

Turn on Extender

Choose a wall socket to plug in your Netgear
extender. Press the start button placed on your extender. Make sure
you attach antennas to the extender.

Link With Router

To access Netgear wireless extender setup
wizard, you need an active internet connection. Thus, connecting
your Netgear extender to the host router will help. Get hold of an
Ethernet cable and plug it into the extender and router ports. You
can link them wirelessly in case you don’t have access to an
Ethernet cable.

Extender Placement

Select the central location in your house to
place the extender. Also, ensure there are no or minimal wireless
interferences. Keep a check on windows, reflexive objects, and heavy
electrical appliances during the extender setup process.

Launch Web Browser

Turn on a computer and launch a web browser.
Make sure you choose an updated web browser. It should also be
compatible with the operating system of your computer or laptop.

Open Default Web Address

Enter the default Netgear extender web address
in the web browser. Select the address bar while typing the data in
the web browser. Further, be careful not to commit any typing errors.
Press the Enter key after entering the data.

Do Extender Login

You will be directed to the Netgear extender
login page. So, get hold of your default extender login details.
Enter the username and password in the space provides on the home
screen. Click the Log In button.

You can even log in to the extender via the
official Nighthawk app. However, the extender should be in sync with
the router. For this, you should open Nighthawk router setup
wizard and analyze its settings.

Follow On-Screen Instructions

Get through all the on-screen instructions
popping up on your home screen. Once you are through them, click on
the save option. That is going to complete the Netgear extender setup
process.

  1. Using Nighthawk App

To use this method, you are going to need the
Nighthawk app and a smartphone.

Download App

Start with downloading the official Netgear
Nighthawk app. Get it from either the Apple Store or Google Play
Store. Download and install it on your mobile phone. Do not download
the app from a third-party platform.

Run the app and allow all the permissions
required to run the app perfectly. Thus, you are good to do the
Netgear extender login.

Do Login

Open the Nighthawk app and enter your login
details. Tap on the Log In button to do the login. After that, you
can follow the instructions coming on your screen. With that, your
extender setup is complete.

You can use the Nighthawk router app as
well to set up your router and sync it with your extender. Without
sync, both devices can’t support each other. It will hamper their
efficiency.

Sum Up

The methods given above are easy. So, make sure
you go through them to choose the one that suits your perfectly.
Always follow the right sequence. That minimizes any risk of error
during the extender setup process. In short, you can instantly do the
setup. After that, you get access to an ultra-fast and stable WiFi
network around you. 

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