Come Installare Netgear Wifi Range Extender?

Come Installare Netgear Wifi Range Extender
Was this article helpful? Yes No | 195 people found this helpful in last 30 days Guided Assistance helps troubleshoot the issue you are having with your NETGEAR device by asking you questions. Your NETGEAR range extender expands your home WiFi network by connecting to your existing network and improving coverage.

Which products support the NETGEAR Nighthawk app?
How do I install my extender using the NETGEAR Nighthawk App?

For all other extenders, we recommend the following instructions. To set up your extender:

Plug in your extender. The Power LED lights. If your Power LED does not light, press the Power or On/Off button.
Connect your computer or mobile device to the extender’s WiFi network. The extender’s default WiFi network name (SSID) is NETGEAR_EXT, The extender network either has no password or the default password is password, Your device might warn you that the Internet is not available. This is to be expected. Keep the WiFi connection.
Launch a web browser and enter mywifiext.net or 192.168.1.250, The New Extender Setup page displays.
Click or tap NEW EXTENDER SETUP, If prompted to accept terms and conditions, click or tap YES or I AGREE,
Choose your extender’s admin credentials. These credentials are used to access your extender’s settings on a web browser. We recommend leaving the default User Name as admin and choosing a password that is different from your WiFi network password.
Select and answer two security questions from the drop-down menus. These questions are used to recover your extender’s admin credentials if you forget them.
Click or tap NEXT, If your extender asks if you would like to use the NETGEAR Genie to help, click or tap YES or CONTINUE, Your extender searches for local WiFi networks.
Select the radio buttons for your network’s 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi Network Names (SSID). If you do not see your networks, click or tap See More,
Click or tap NEXT,
Enter your existing network’s password and click or tap NEXT,
Select SSIDs and passwords for your extender. By default, the extender uses the name of your existing network with _2GEXT added to the end for the 2.4GHz band and _5GEXT for the 5GHz band. By default, the password for each band is the same as your existing network.
(Optional) For mesh extenders, you have an option to use the same WiFi name and password as your existing network. Select the Enable One WiFi Name check box to enable this feature if your extender supports it. This allows your extender to use the same WiFi name (SSID) and password as your existing WiFi network.
Click or tap NEXT, The extender applies your settings. This can take a few minutes. The extender displays the WiFi network name (SSID) and password for each of your extender’s bands. Take note of these.
On a device that you plan to connect to the extender network, go to the WiFi settings and connect to the extender’s new network.
Go back to your web browser, select the checkbox at the bottom of the page, and click or tap CONTINUE, Your extender is now extending your network’s coverage.

Last Updated:01/11/2023 | Article ID: 23517

Do WiFi extenders need to be programmed?

Was this article helpful? Yes No | 13 people found this helpful in last 30 days Yes, you will need to reconfigure your extender if you replace your existing router/gateway. You can reconfigure your extender either via WPS connection or using the web GUI.

If your router/gateway supports WPS, press the WPS button on your router/gateway for 5 seconds until the WPS indicator lights/blinks to initiate the connection.
Within 60 seconds, press and hold the WPS button on your extender for 5 seconds.
Wait for up to 5 minutes until the WPS indicator stop blinking.
Check if the router link LED on your extender is ON or OFF.
- If the link LED is ON, your extender successfully connected to your router’s Wi-Fi network.
- If the link LED is OFF, the extender failed to connect to the router Wi-Fi network, please repeat steps 1-3 to try again.
If your extender and router are dual band devices, repeat steps 1-4 to configure the 5GHz network.
Move your extender to its preferred location which is ideally halfway between your router and the area with poor Wi-Fi signal.

Web GUI

Reset the extender by pressing and holding the reset button for 10 seconds using a paper clip or pin.
Once extender has completed its reboot, connect your device to the default SSID (NETGEAR_EXT).
Open a browser and you will automatically directed to the extender setup page. If not, enter http://mywifiext.net or 192.168.1.250 in the address bar of your browser.
Click NEW EXTENDER SETUP button.
Create a new account by filling out the required fields and click NEXT to continue. Note: If your extender supports AP mode, you will be prompted to select how you would like to setup your extender. Select the ” Wi-Fi Range Extender ” button.
The extender will search and display the Wi-Fi networks available in your area.
Select the Wi-Fi network of your router/gateway and click the NEXT button. Note: If both your router and extender devices support the 5GHz band then select the router/gateways 5GHz network under the 5GHz network list.
In the password (network key) field, enter the network password for the network you selected and click NEXT button.
Set the network name (SSID) and password (network key) of your new extender network and click to NEXT.
Once the network list has populated, connect your wireless device to the new extender Wi-Fi network using the SSID and Password created in the step above.
Click the Continue button to complete the setup.
Click the NEXT button to proceed to the registration process. If product is already registered, click Skip Registration,
Move your extender to its preferred location which is ideally halfway between your router and the area with poor Wi-Fi signal.

Last Updated:07/30/2019 | Article ID: 000038644

Why isn’t my Netgear WiFi Extender showing up?

Was this article helpful? Yes No | 2 people found this helpful in last 30 days This article provides troubleshooting steps if your wireless devices are not detecting the Network Name (SSID) of your range extender. This can happen if the extender is not broadcasting the network SSID or the extender has not booted up successfully.

Connect a computer to the extender using an Ethernet cable.
Open the extender GUI using www.mywifiext.net,
If prompted for Email and Password, please type the email and password that you have setup for extender account. Otherwise if it’s asking for Username and Password, by default Username is admin and Password is password. If the default password is not working you might have already changed the password. So use the password that you have changed to.
Go to Wi-Fi Settings and check if ” Enable 2.4GHz Wi-Fi ” or ” Enable 5GHz Wi-Fi ” and ” Broadcast this Network name(SSID) ” are checked. If not check them and click Save as shown in Figure 1. Note : For some extender with older version of NETGEAR genie UI, you have to go to Advance – WiFi Settings –Check ” Enable Wireless Access Point ” and ” Enable SSID Broadcast ” as show in Figure 2. Figure 1: New NETGEAR genie UI Figure 2 : NETGEAR genie Old UI
Verify the Network Name(SSID) of your range extender and make sure you are looking for the correct SSID.

Blinking power LED: This can occur if the extender’s firmware is corrupt or extender is not getting sufficient power supply.

Make sure the extender is connected to the power source properly.
Reset the extender by inserting a pin or a paper clip to the Reset hole for about 20 seconds.
If the power LED is still blinking, download the latest firmware of the extender from the NETGEAR Download Center and save it to a convenient place like your desktop.
Also download the TFTP software we are going to use on this link: http://www.shadowsoftware.net/shadowgameworld/downloads/tftp2.exe,
Once you have all of the files needed, perform a hard reset on the extender and power cycle it afterwards. Note : It is recommended to do a hard reset on the extender before performing the firmware recovery to ensure that the extender is on its default settings.
Connect a computer hardwired to the extender and check if it will be given a valid IP address. If not, kindly assign a static IP address to the computer in range of the IP address of the extender. Example : IP address: 192.168.1.10 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default gateway: 192.168.1.250 DNS boxes can be left empty
Power cycle the computer.
Once the computer is ready, open the Command prompt and try to ping the IP address of extender. Note : The default IP address of NETGEAR extender is 192.168.1.250.
If you are able to ping the extender successfully, proceed with Step 10. If not, the firmware of the extender is beyond recovery.
Run the TFTP2.exe file we have downloaded earlier.
Type in the IP address in the Server box and password on the Password box.
On the File section, click on the browse button (button with three dots) and select the latest firmware that we downloaded earlier.
Click on the Upgrade button and check the message that will show up.
If you see a message saying that the upgrade is successful, change the IP address of the computer to DHCP again. Note : Once the recovery process is complete, the power LED should turn solid green or white. If the power LED continues to flash green, inform the customer that we cannot recover the firmware of the extender and it should be replaced.
Perform another hard reset on the extender and setup as normal once it is ready. For installation or reconfiguration of extenders, see Setting up NETGEAR Wi-Fi Range Extenders

Last Updated:07/06/2022 | Article ID: 30348

Why won’t my Wi-Fi extender connect to my router?

Here’s why Wifi Range Extenders won’t connect to Wifi Router! Wifi extender acts as an intermediate or bridge between a Wi-Fi router and a Wi-Fi device that is outside the range of a Wi-Fi router’s signal. Wi-Fi extender connects to an existing Wi-Fi network, and it acts as a wireless access point for Wi-Fi devices.

Come closer to the router: Most people assist Wi-Fi routers that will broadcast a Wi-Fi signal throughout the home and so their wireless devices can have internet access. But sometimes, a wireless signal is not strong enough to cover the entire house. When you come closer to the router, you will get a strong signal, and you will move far away from the router, then you will get a weak Wi-Fi signal.

Building structure may affect your Wi-Fi router signal: The signal bars in mobile phones and laptops show the strength of the Wi-Fi connection. Sometimes, the building structure weakens the signal range when it goes through the building’s walls and floors.

How do I connect my Netgear?

Was this article helpful? Yes No | 17 people found this helpful in last 30 days Guided Assistance helps troubleshoot the issue you are having with your NETGEAR device by asking you questions. The Nighthawk app is the easiest way to set up your NETGEAR router.

You can also use the Nighthawk app to view the devices on your network, run speed tests, and manage your WiFi settings. To see if your product supports the Nighthawk app, see Which products support the NETGEAR Nighthawk app?, If you prefer to install your router using a computer, or if your product is not supported, you can also set up your router from the router’s web interface.

For more information, see How do I set up my NETGEAR router using the router web interface?, To set up and install your NETGEAR router using the NETGEAR Nighthawk app : Come Installare Netgear Wifi Range Extender

Download the Nighthawk app,
Attach the provided antennas (if any) and connect your modem to the Internet port on your router.
Power on your router.
Wait for the WiFi LED to light.
Look on the router label for your router’s WiFi network name (SSID) and network key (password). The label is on the back or bottom of your router.
On your iOS or Android mobile device, tap Settings > Wi-Fi,
Connect your mobile device to the network that is listed on your router’s label and enter the password. Note: If you encounter any errors while attempting to connect to your router, see the following articles for troubleshooting information:

How do I turn off mobile data on my smartphone if I get an error during installation?
I’m getting an Internet not connected error when I try to install my NETGEAR router using the Nighthawk app; what do I do?
I’m getting a router not found error when I try to install my NETGEAR router using the Nighthawk app; what do I do? 8. Launch the NETGEAR Nighthawk app on your mobile device.9. Follow the instructions in the Nighthawk app to install your router and connect to the Internet. Note : If you have trouble connecting your mobile device to your router’s network, try power cycling your router. After power cycling your router, repeat Steps 4-8. For more information, see How do I power cycle my home network?,

Come Installare Netgear Wifi Range Extender For a visual guide to installing your router, see the following video: For more information:

I’m having trouble installing my NETGEAR router; what do I do?
How do I update my Nighthawk router’s firmware using the Nighthawk app?
How do I change my WiFi network name and password using the Nighthawk app?

Last Updated:03/10/2022 | Article ID: 119

How do I connect my Wi-Fi extender to my router without WPS?

How to Configure My Range Extender when there is no WPS Button on My Router.

Suitable for models: TL-WA750RE, TL-WA850RE, TL-WA854RE
If WPS setup was unsuccessful or your router doesn’t have a WPS button, you can use another method to configure your range extender.
Range Extender Setup via Method 2: Web Management Page
Ethernet Connection
Step 1 :

For the TL-WA750RE and TL-WA850RE models, the most efficient way to configure your range extender is through the web management page. You can access the web management page by connecting your range extender to Ethernet. (Each range extender package includes an Ethernet cable.) Before starting, make sure your range extender is powered on and remains on during this process.

Once powered, plug one end of the cable into the Ethernet port on your laptop or desktop PC, and connect the other end into the Ethernet port of the range extender.
Note: If your laptop or desktop PC isn’t capable of connecting to a wireless network, you can still connect your range extender to your PC.

Locate the Ethernet cable running from your router to your PC, and unplug the end connected to your PC. Then, plug it directly into the range extender. This will establish an Ethernet connection from the range extender to the PC. Wireless Connection Step 1A: You can also set up the range extender via a wireless connection.

(The TL-WA854RE does not have an Ethernet interface, so you must complete setup using a wireless connection.) To do this, please navigate to the wireless connection list on any wireless device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone), and connect to the default TP-Link_xxxxxx network. Below is an example of how to connect to the default TP-Link_xxxxxx wireless network in Windows 7.

(All versions of Windows will be similar). Come Installare Netgear Wifi Range Extender Note: Please disregard the multiple TP-Link_xxxxxx entries in the window above, you should only see one TP-Link wireless network name (SSID) in the available connections list. Step 2 : Once a direct Ethernet connection has been established between your computer and the range extender, be sure to disconnect from any wireless network that your computer may be connected to. Here is an example of how to disconnect wirelessly in Mac OS. During this process, your computer will not have Internet access. However, since you are directly connected to the range extender, you can still access the range extender’s web management page. Step 3 : After disconnecting from your wireless network, open any web browser on your computer (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Mozilla FireFox, Apple Safari).

Then navigate to the address or URL bar at the top of the browser and type in tplinkrepeater.net or tplinkextender.net.
The one you use will depend on the range extender you own.) Step 3A: Once a wireless connection has been established from your device to the TP-Link_xxxxxx wireless network, please open a web browser on your wireless device.

Locate the address or URL bar at the top of the browser and type in tplinkrepeater.net, tplinkextender.net, (The one you use will depend on the range extender you own.) Step 4 : If the login is successful, the following window will appear within your browser. Come Installare Netgear Wifi Range Extender Note: If the login attempt with the domain tplinkrepeater.net/tplinkextender.net is unsuccessful, delete it from the address bar. Instead, type the following IP address: 192.168.0.254. (This is the range extender’s default IP address.) Both the domain address and default IP address will access the same login windows as displayed above.

If attempting to configure the TP-Link extender from a Mac computer, the login window above will immediately display once an Ethernet connection is established between your computer and the TP-Link extender.
Step 5 : Once you have successfully logged into the range extender, the following window will appear.

(All range extender models: TL-WA750RE, TL-WA850RE, TL-WA854RE will display the same web management page.

Select Next within the middle section of the web management page.

Come Installare Netgear Wifi Range Extender 2) Select your region 3) Check or Select your own wireless network Note: If your main router’s wireless network name is hidden or you have disabled the SSID broadcast on your wireless router, please select Set SSID and MAC Manually. Below is the window for Set SSID and MAC Manually. (You will need to manually enter your wireless network settings below.) 4) Enter your wireless network password. 5) From this same window you can select Copy from Main Router/AP which will cause the range extender to broadcast the same name as your existing wireless network. If you select Customize, this will allow you to manually set the wireless name that the range extender will broadcast.

(We recommend leaving the selection on Copy from Main Router/AP,) When finished, select NEXT,6) Please review your settings to ensure all the information is correct and then select FINISH, Upon selecting FINISH, the range extender will reboot to apply your settings. Please allow up to 2 minutes for this process to complete.

Once the range extender finishes rebooting, the LEDs on the front of the range extender should appear as follows.

TL-WA850RE/TL-WA854RE (WA854RE will not have an Ethernet LED indicator)
Successful Setup
The range extender light should remain solid
The Wireless LED will continue to flash
The Signal Strength indicators will range from 3 to 5 LEDs depending on how close the range extender is to the wireless router.
TL-WA750RE
Successful Setup
The range extender light should remain solid
The Wireless LED will continue to flash
The Signal Strength indicators will range from 3 to 5 LEDs depending on how close the range extender is to the wireless router.

How do I know my Netgear extender is working?

Go to Settings > Status to check the internet status of your extender. If everything is OK as shown below, your extender is successfully connected to your router. Connect your devices to the extender wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable.

Should Wi-Fi extender be closer to router or device?

Was this article helpful? Yes No | 14 people found this helpful in last 30 days This article will guide you how to position your NETGEAR extender effectively. NETGEAR WiFi range extenders help you keep mobile devices, media players, and computers connected to Wi-Fi with a reliable connection and expanded coverage in every corner of your home. Tip: If you have to use a different location, move the Extender closer to the device, but still within the wireless range of the router. Always check the color of Link Rate symbol on the extender to gauge the connection of the wireless router and the extender. Green is best, Amber is good, while Red is poor. The best connection is established when there is a clear line of sight between the Extender and the wireless router and also a clear line of sight between the Extender and the computer you are using. If this straight path is blocked by a thick wall or other materials, move the Extender to a different location half-way between the computer and the router. If there is no power outlet nearby, or you prefer to place the Extender elsewhere, move the Extender closer to the computer. If the Link Rate LED is green or amber and the PC to Extender Connection LED is green, the Extender is working as expected. The extender relies on your wireless router or access point for a internet connection. The extender loses internet access if:

The wireless router or access point loses internet connection. The wireless settings on the wireless router or access point are changed. The Wi-Fi signal of the wireless router or access point fails to reach the extender. The extender is out of range of the wireless router or access point.

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Last Updated:07/06/2022 | Article ID: 25508

What is the difference between a Wi-Fi extender and a WiFi booster?

Difference between WiFi Extender and WiFi Booster

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1. WiFi Extender : WiFi extender is a networking device which is used to extend the range of the already connected WiFi network when there is drop in the signal of the network. It increases the amplification of signals when the signals drop in the network.

It is basically a device established between the WiFi router and the user device. It strengths the signals coming from the router whenever the signal strength is down.2. WiFi Booster: WiFi booster is a networking device that is also used for modification in the range of WiFi networks but it is quite different from a WiFi extender.

It is not installed between the WiFi router and user device but it is established on the WiFi router itself. It is used as an antenna in the WiFi router which extends the range of the network and makes it more powerful. Difference between WiFi Extender and WiFi Booster :


S. No.	WIFI EXTENDER	WIFI BOOSTER
1.	It is a networking device used to extend the range of the existing WiFi network.	It is also a networking device used to extend the range of WiFi networks.
2.	It increases the signal strength to reach the destination.	It eliminates the dead spots to reach the signals to the destination.
3.	It is established between the WiFi router and the user device.	It is established on the WiFi router itself.
4.	It does not work as an antenna.	It works as an antenna.
5.	It is used in private organizations for improvement in range.	It is used in large organizations and residential buildings for improvement in range.
6.	It is used at places where WiFi signals can’t reach at all.	It is used where WiFi signals reach but are weak.
7.	Its establishment is complex.	It is easy to establish.
8.	It is more costly.	While it is comparatively less costly.
9.	It provides comparatively less speed than WiFi boosters.	Compared to extenders, Wi-Fi boosters offer faster speeds and support more devices at once.
10.	The signal is not strengthened but is amplified by a WiFi extender.	But a WiFi booster transforms your existing coax cabling into a quick, dependable network connection with increased signal strength.

Difference between WiFi Extender and WiFi Booster

How far should Wi-Fi extender be from router?

Wifi extenders still need to be within a reasonable distance from a wifi router, about 20 feet max, in order for them to work effectively. For homes that are 1500 square feet or under a wifi extender can be a good solution to extend your wifi range.

Why won’t my Netgear connect to my router?

Was this article helpful? Yes No Guided Assistance helps troubleshoot the issue you are having with your NETGEAR device by asking you questions. This article applies to NETGEAR routers for the older Smart Wizard user interface. For additional assistance with Smart Wizard routers, see How to configure your NETGEAR router for cable Internet connection with Smart Wizard If your router has the NETGEAR genie user interface, see How to configure your NETGEAR router for cable Internet connection with NETGEAR genie For additional troubleshooting, see How do I troubleshoot my wireless network Note: This article is not relevant if any of the following conditions are true for you:

You have a DSL gateway, which is a combination router and modem (such as the DG834 series).
You can use some Internet programs.
A wireless router connects to the Internet only through the wired connection. See Troubleshooting Wireless Networks
Your ISP provided you a modem with Network Address Translation (NAT). Call your ISP and ask them to set your modem to Bridge mode.

Symptoms:

Lost Internet access after it was previously working.
Unable to go online with wired and wireless devices.

To troubleshoot Internet connectivity issues: Note: If you are a dial-up user converting to a cable or DSL connection, note that some software does not work when both types of configurations are present. Configuring your new connection might stop your dial-up connection from working. You might need to configure your computer to connect one way or the other.

Disconnect your router and connect your computer directly to your modem.
- If you cannot access the Internet, contact your ISP.
- If you can access the Internet, reconnect your router as it was before and continue to Step 2.
Log in to the router. For router login instructions, see your router user manual or How do I log in to my NETGEAR home router?, If you cannot log into the router, check the following:
- Ensure all cables attached to the router and computer are secure.
- The Internet LED is lit. If the Internet LED is not lit, refer to the router manual to troubleshoot the light status.
- If you are using a device that is connected to the router using an Ethernet cable, check that the LEDs for the ports with cables are lit. If a port LED with an Ethernet cable is not lit, move the cable to a different port on the back of the router. If a port LED still does not light, see the router manual.
- If you are using a wireless device, check that the LED on the wireless adapter is lit. If the wireless adapter LED is not lit, then do not continue with this article. Instead, see your adapter manual for troubleshooting.
- If all cables are securely seated and the LEDs are lit appropriately, follow these steps:
- - Power off the router and power it on again.
  - If you still cannot log in to the router, perform a factory default reset. See Restoring a NETGEAR home router to the factory default settings
If you are able to log in to the router, run the router’s Smart Wizard and take one of the following actions:
- If a dynamic IP address is discovered, proceed to Step 3.
- If PPPoE is discovered, configure your router with the username and password provided by your ISP. Click Apply and proceed to Step 3.
- If a static IP address is discovered, configure your router with the IP address for your router, the address of the ISP’s DNS, and the address of the default gateway. Your ISP provided you with this information. Click Apply and proceed to Step 3.
If the Smart Wizard does not find an IP address, follow these steps:
1. Power off the router.
2. Power off the modem.
3. Power on the modem.
4. Power on the router.
5. Repeat Step 2.
Click the Smart Wizard Test button to access the NETGEAR online test page. If the page displays, you have Internet access. If the page does not display, see No Internet with new router – MAC spoofing
Under Router Status, confirm the router gets a valid IP address. For more information, see your router user manual. If there is no valid IP address, please perform a complete power cycle of your network, see How to Power Cycle Your Home Network,

Last Updated:03/17/2021 | Article ID: 1098

How do I reconnect my wifi extender to my router?

What to Know –

To reset and connect a Wi-Fi Extender to a new router, unplug the Wi-Fi Extender from the wall.
Turn off the existing router and plug set the new router up.
Plug the Wi-Fi extender back into the wall and press the WPS button on the Wi-Fi extender and the router.

This article explains how to reset a Wi-Fi extender and connect it to a new router to improve the signal strength in some regions of your home.

Does a WiFi extender use the same password as your router?

2. Wireless amplifiers are often complicated to set up – The repeater will usually have its own network name (SSID) and password, which differs from the SSID of the router and any other amplifiers in the home, and that are not automatically synchronized when the other device’s SSID is updated. See also: SSID / Network Name Selection: Five Things to Consider,

Can a WiFi extender connect to any router?

Wi-Fi extender pros and cons – Compared to upgrading your internet plan, Wi-Fi extenders are a generally cheap way to expand your Wi-Fi network. Here are some reasons to install one:

Wi-Fi extenders typically work with any existing router, so you don’t need to replace your router. An extender can substantially increase the reach of your network — positioned in the right place, you can even get coverage outdoors, like in your backyard.Extenders don’t take up much room. Most are one-piece devices that plug into an AC outlet and look like an oversized plug-in air freshener.

Can a WiFi extender be wired to router?

Connecting the WiFi extender to a router using an Ethernet cable – This is a very good approach since it removes all the disadvantages that you get when the connection is made via WiFi. No more interference and the bandwidth is no longer halved. Also, congratulations, you now have an access point.

As a side note, make sure to check that the WiFi extender actually supports Ethernet backhaul because some do not. Mark is a graduate in Computer Science, having gathered valuable experience over the years working in IT as a programmer. Mark is also the main tech writer for MBReviews.com, covering not only his passion, the networking devices, but also other cool electronic gadgets that you may find useful for your every day life.

: Does an Ethernet port on the WiFi Extender actually matter?

How do I manually connect to my NETGEAR router?

Launch a web browser from a device that is connected to your router’s network. Enter routerlogin.net or http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar. The router login window displays. Enter the router admin user name and password.

How do I reconnect my Wi-Fi extender to my router?

What to Know –

To reset and connect a Wi-Fi Extender to a new router, unplug the Wi-Fi Extender from the wall.
Turn off the existing router and plug set the new router up.
Plug the Wi-Fi extender back into the wall and press the WPS button on the Wi-Fi extender and the router.

This article explains how to reset a Wi-Fi extender and connect it to a new router to improve the signal strength in some regions of your home.

What happens when I press the WPS button on my router?

The WPS button simplifies the connection process – Here are two examples of how the connections are performed:

• Press the WPS button on your router to turn on the discovery of new devices. Then, go to your device and select the network you want to connect to. The device is automatically connected to the wireless network without having to enter the network password. • You may have devices like wireless printers or cameras with their own WPS button that you can use for making quick connections. Easily connect them to your wireless network by pressing the WPS button on the router and then on those devices. WPS automatically sends the network password, and these devices remember it for future use.

The below video demonstrates how to successfully pair a Brinks Home camera to your router using WPS mode, using the ADC-723 outdoor camera as an example. : How does the WPS button work?

How do I connect my Wi-Fi extender to my router without WPS?

How to Configure My Range Extender when there is no WPS Button on My Router.

Suitable for models: TL-WA750RE, TL-WA850RE, TL-WA854RE
If WPS setup was unsuccessful or your router doesn’t have a WPS button, you can use another method to configure your range extender.
Range Extender Setup via Method 2: Web Management Page
Ethernet Connection
Step 1 :

Once powered, plug one end of the cable into the Ethernet port on your laptop or desktop PC, and connect the other end into the Ethernet port of the range extender. Note: If your laptop or desktop PC isn’t capable of connecting to a wireless network, you can still connect your range extender to your PC.

The TL-WA854RE does not have an Ethernet interface, so you must complete setup using a wireless connection.) To do this, please navigate to the wireless connection list on any wireless device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone), and connect to the default TP-Link_xxxxxx network. Below is an example of how to connect to the default TP-Link_xxxxxx wireless network in Windows 7.

Then navigate to the address or URL bar at the top of the browser and type in tplinkrepeater.net or tplinkextender.net. (The one you use will depend on the range extender you own.) Step 3A: Once a wireless connection has been established from your device to the TP-Link_xxxxxx wireless network, please open a web browser on your wireless device.

***If attempting to configure the TP-Link extender from a Mac computer, the login window above will immediately display once an Ethernet connection is established between your computer and the TP-Link extender. Step 5 : Once you have successfully logged into the range extender, the following window will appear.

(All range extender models: TL-WA750RE, TL-WA850RE, TL-WA854RE will display the same web management page.

Select Next within the middle section of the web management page.

(We recommend leaving the selection on Copy from Main Router/AP,) When finished, select NEXT,6) Please review your settings to ensure all the information is correct and then select FINISH, Upon selecting FINISH, the range extender will reboot to apply your settings. Please allow up to 2 minutes for this process to complete.

Once the range extender finishes rebooting, the LEDs on the front of the range extender should appear as follows.

TL-WA850RE/TL-WA854RE (WA854RE will not have an Ethernet LED indicator)
Successful Setup
The range extender light should remain solid
The Wireless LED will continue to flash
The Signal Strength indicators will range from 3 to 5 LEDs depending on how close the range extender is to the wireless router.
TL-WA750RE
Successful Setup
The range extender light should remain solid
The Wireless LED will continue to flash
The Signal Strength indicators will range from 3 to 5 LEDs depending on how close the range extender is to the wireless router.

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