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How to setup Linksys Extender?
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Linksys extender Setup –
Plug your extender into power socket .
PRESS WPS BUTTON ON YOUR EXTENDER FOR 3-5 SECONDS.
PRESS WPS BUTTON ON YOUR ROUTER AND YOU WILL SEE LIGHTS STARTS BLINKING ON YOUR EXTENDER
1-Connect your device to extender’s network .
2-Open your Browser.
3-Type http://linksyssmartwifi.com in address bar.
4-You need to login now with default login:-Username-admin /Password-admin.
5-Setup wizard will guide you through setup.
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Step 1: Connect your computer to the Ethernet port of your range extender using an Ethernet cable.
Step 2: Plug your range extender to the power outlet. Make sure the LED lights are stable
Step 3: Launch a web browser and enter your router’s IP Address or “192.168.1.1” in the Address bar.
Step 4: You will be prompted with a window asking for a username and password. Leave the User Name blank and enter
“admin” in the Password field and then, click Log In.
Step 5: Click Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings.
Step 6: Set the radio button to Manual then enter your router’s Network Name (SSID).
Step 7: On the Wireless Security section, select the security settings that match your router’s configuration. Enter your
Passphrase or WEP Key then click Save Settings.
Step 8: Unplug the power cables of the router and the range extender for 30 seconds. Plug in the router first. Wait for all
the lights to be stable then plug in the range extender. Now you can see the linksys extender is connected with the
router.
#Steps to setup Linksys Extender
-Connect your computer to the Ethernet port of your range extender using an Ethernet cable.
-Plug your range extender to the power outlet. …
-Launch a web browser and enter your router’s IP Address or “192.168.1.1” in the Address bar. …
-You will be prompted with a window asking for a username and password.
For new Linksys Extender.
Just press the WPS on your router/modem first for 1-2 seconds, then press the WPS on Linksys Extender for 3-5 seconds.
Now wait for 2 minutes.
The difference in light color and pattern will confirm its connection.
For Used/ old Extender: If its an used Linksys Extender then first reset it using a paper clip to press the reset button in a tiny hole for 30 seconds.
Now its brand new, or by default one.
Wait for 2 minutes after reset then proceed further as setup New Linksys Extender.
Its now extending your home network with same password as of your home wifi.
Note:
1. During setup, make sure that the Linksys Extender is placed within 7-10 feet from Router, at the time of setup, or in the same room.
2. Two minutes patience is the Critical Time that make the difference between success and failure in Setup.