How to connect Netgear WiFi extender to new router?

It can be a little difficult to set up Netgear WiFi extender to a new router. Because before setting up the extender you have to configure the router. Otherwise, you can connect the Netgear extender easily with any router using the steps below:

First, Setup Your New Router

Here, we have provided instructions to set up your new router. These steps are mainly for the Netgear router, but if you are using any other router, use these or the user manual of that specific router. Most of the routers follow the same steps to setup. 

1.     Position the new router at the center location of the house. Attach it to the modem using an Ethernet cable. 

2.     Connect one side of cable to modem’s LAN port, and another side to the yellow internet port of the router. 

3.     Connect the power adapter to the router and then plug it into the wall power outlet. 

4.     Once the router’s power light turns to a stable color. Download the Nightahwk app from the Play Store/App Store

5.     Reconnect your device to the cellular internet, and connect any device to the router’s network. 

6.     Open the app and create a new login username and password using an email or mobile number. 

7.     Login to the Nighthawk app and follow the onscreen instructions to set up your router. 

This way, you can set up any model of Netgear router. If you have used any other brand, then use their setup app or user manual. 

Connect the Netgear Extender to the New Router

Once you have completed the new router setup, use the method below to perform Nighthawk extender setup. Here we will talk about the nighthawk app  method to setup your extender with router.  Let’s get started without wasting any time:

1.     Get the Nighthawk app if you don't have it. 

2.     Attach your device to the default network of the Netgear extender.

3.     Launch the application and select the Menu button located in the upper left corner.

4.     Choose the option to "Set up a New Nighthawk System."

5.     Select Range Extender after clicking on Get Started.

6.     Press the Next button in the app.

7.     The range extender tries to pair with the Nighthawk app.

8.     Click "WiFi is connected" once it has connected.

9.     Choose the network name of the router and enter a password. 

10.  At last click on Next button, complete Netgear Extender Setup process. 

After these steps, set a new SSID and password of an extender. You can also manage all settings on the Nighthawk app, such as updating firmware, changing passwords, and seeing the list of connected devices etc.

Conclusion

Connecting a Netgear extender to a new router is not a difficult task; you can do it easily using our simple guide. But you must follow the setup instructions carefully to successfully connect your extender to the router. Hope you are able to have a smooth Netgear extender setup with the instructions above.

FAQs 

Can I connect the Netgear extender with any brand’s router? 

Yes, you can connect your Netgear extender with any brand’s router. To connect use the steps below:

·       Connect extender router using cable or WPS button.

·       Turn on the extender, connect any device with extender.

·       Access the web interface using mywifiext.net.

·       Here select router’s network and enter password.

·       Click on Connect button, you extender is connected.

Can I use the WPS method for Nighthawk Extender setup with any router? 

It depends on your router; if your router supports the WPS button, then you can use it to connect the extender. 

What can I do if I forget the admin login password? 

If you are forget your admin login password, then you need to reset your device and configure it again using default admin password.