Unplug the power cables of the router and the range extender for 30 seconds. Enter your Passphrase or WEP Key then click Save Settings.įor optimum Wireless-N performance, it is recommended to use WPA/WPA2 wireless security on your router and range extender.Ĩ. On the Wireless Security section, select the security settings that match your router’s configuration. Set the radio button to Manual then enter your router’s Network Name (SSID).ħ. Click Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings.Ħ.

Leave the User Name blank and enter “admin” in the Password field and then, click Log In.ĥ. You will be prompted with a window asking for a username and password. If your computer has defined a default startup web page on your browser, the dialog box asking for a username and password will automatically appear.Ĥ. You may check the IP address using your Linksys cloud account as well. Launch a web browser and enter your router's IP address or '192.168.1.1' in the address bar. Plug your range extender into the power outlet. In this example, a Linksys RE2000 is used.Ģ. Images may vary depending on the type of computer or range extender you are using. Connect your computer to the ethernet port of your range extender using an ethernet cable. To manually configure your WiFi range extender, below are the steps.ġ. Reset the range extender - Press and hold the Reset button located at the top panel of the range extender for 5 seconds or until the light starts blinking to restore to its factory default settings. You can check or change your WiFi settings by following the instructions in the links below:Ĭhanging the Wi-Fi settings using the Linksys cloud accountĢ. Identify the router/access point’s WiFi settings which are: This article will guide you on how to manually configure your WiFi range extender.īefore you begin, make sure that you’ve done the following:ġ. The Linksys Wireless-N Range Extender lets you repeat the WiFi signal of any access point or router to provide internet connectivity in hard-to-reach areas through a wired or WiFi connection.

Setting up wifi extenders