Various netizens out there have installed range extenders brought in by Netgear to extend the network range in their houses. To make the most out of their devices, they have to access the Netgear extender setup wizard after completing the new extender setup wizard. But, not all of them are able to do so. Some fail miserably and end up complaining about their range extenders.
Well, this is not the fault of a WiFi range extender. It might have happened because of their carelessness. In case you are also counting yourself among those users, we advise you to walk through the write-up to learn a handful of hacks that might help you resolve the problem with ease.
But, before you try your hands on any of the hacks jotted down below, we would like you to reboot your extender. Doing so will help your extender get rid of technical glitches. Chances are that the issue will also get resolved. In case it doesn’t, the hacks are always there to assist you. With that said, keep reading.
Solutions: Can’t Access Netgear Extender Setup Wizard
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Use the Correct Login Details
The keys to unlock the dashboard of the range extender are its username and password. It means if you enter them incorrectly, then you won’t be able to log in to the device and access the Netgear extender setup wizard. Therefore, always use the correct login credentials. Keep in mind that they are of case-sensitive nature. Hence, unnecessary capitalization of letters is not recommended. You can turn off the Caps Lock key on the keyboard as a preventive measure.
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Upgrade the Internet Browser
Using an outdated version of the web browser to access the Netgear extender setup wizard can also create problems. FYI, outdated browsers are known to cause internet surfing issues. Chances are that one we’re currently discussing is the curse of the same. To fix the problem, upgrade the browser at the moment. Moreover, delete the cache, cookies, and browsing history of the web browser which will prevent the filling in of the cached login details of your range extender.
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Temporarily Disable Antivirus
Apart from accessing the extender’s Netgear_ext, the computer or laptop in use might be having an antivirus application installed on it. Yes, we agree that it prevents your computer and home network from viruses. But, know that it can halt access to various networking sites. Your inability to access the extender’s setup wizard via mywifiext.net is only one. Thus, you are required to temporarily disable the antivirus software installed on your device.
These were the hacks that if followed correctly will be able to help you reach the Netgear extender setup wizard in a hassle-free manner. Although they will fix the problem, if not, then you are required to reset the extender to default factory mode and set it up from scratch. Count it as a bonus but you are supposed to use the mywifiext.local on a device running on iOS.
Prevention: Can’t Access Netgear Extender Setup Wizard
After installing the range extender post the setup process, you must look for a way to avoid the emergence of such an issue in the future. Well, we have a solution for you. For this, you can upgrade the firmware of your range extender to the latest version. To know the instructions, refer to the below-mentioned points:
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Connect the router and extender using a network cable.
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After that, open a web browser and download the firmware file for your extender.
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FYI, the file can be downloaded from the Netgear download center.
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Now, open a new tab on the web browser.
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Visit mywifiext.local or mywifiext.net or simply access 192.168.1.250 IP.
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Log in to the range extender using a valid password and username.
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On the Netgear extender setup wizard, locate the Firmware Update option.
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Upload the firmware file and wait patiently.
This is how you can upgrade the firmware of your range extender successfully and avoid the occurrence of such issues in the future. Not only this, but it will also keep performance-related issues at bay. So, never skip a firmware update.