We recommend leaving the default User Name as admin and choosing a password that is different from your WiFi network password. These credentials are used to access your extender's settings on a web browser.

Choose your extender's admin credentials.

If prompted to accept terms and conditions, click or tap YES or I AGREE.

Launch a web browser and enter or 192.168.1.250.

Your device might warn you that the Internet is not available. The extender network either has no password or the default password is password. The extender's default WiFi network name (SSID) is NETGEAR_EXT.

Connect your computer or mobile device to the extender's WiFi network.If your Power LED does not light, press the Power or On/Off button. How do I install my extender using the NETGEAR Nighthawk App?įor all other extenders, we recommend the following instructions.Which products support the NETGEAR Nighthawk app?.

For more information, see the following articles: The following instructions will help you set up your extender.įor our newer devices, we recommend setting up your extender with the Nighthawk app. Your NETGEAR range extender expands your home WiFi network by connecting to your existing network and improving coverage.

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