The Linksys range extender works in such a way that it expands the range of the wireless network to the dead zones of the house/workplace by getting the wireless signal from the router. The Linksys setup wifi extender does not need any special knowledge or technical expertise. You need to perform the steps given in this blog and hence you will successfully perform the Linksys extender setup process.
Essential requirements before the Linksys extender setup
The range extender will function only if the wireless settings match the router/access point’s wireless settings. Fulfill the following preconditions before setting up the Linksys extender:
Identify the wireless settings of the router/access point’s
There are basically 4 settings that you should identify on the router or access point in order to set up your range extender. These are:
- The Wireless network name or the SSID
- Wireless channel
- Wireless security mode
- Lastly, the wireless network password
Factory reset the extender
It is optional to perform the factory reset on the extender. You don’t need to reset the extender if it is newly purchased. If you wish to reset the range extender, press the Reset Button located at the top panel of the range extender. Keep holding it for 5 seconds. It will restore to factory defaults now.
Connecting the computer to the range extender
It is crucial to connect the computer to the range extender if you wish to access the web-based setup page for the manual configuration. Always use a wired connection so that you ensure stable performance. You can take the help of the ethernet cable for accomplishing this.
How to configure the Range extender manually?
You can use the web-based setup wizard to set up the range extender manually. For this, read out the directions given below:
- Firstly, establish a wired connection between the computer and the range extender.
- Now, plug in the range extender to a power outlet. Ensure that the LED lights are stable.
- Open any compatible web browser and type in the default IP address 192.168.1.1 and press enter. In case the computer has already defined the default startup page on the browser, you will see a dialog box asking for the login credentials.
- You can now fill in the default username and password and press login.
- The extender will scan for the router’s wireless network. Connect the extender to the router’s network and enter the password. You can now access the control panel of the extender.
- After accessing the control panel, you can choose the Basic Wireless Settings option under the Wireless
- You can set the radio button to Manual. After that type in the Network Name of the router or the SSID.
- Choose the security settings matching the router’s configuration in the Wireless Security After entering the Passphrase or WEP Key, click the Save Settings option. It is always recommended to use WPA/WPA2 wireless security on the router and extender.
- Lastly, you can unplug the range extender and the router now. Keep the power cables unplugged for around 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, plug in the router first and wait until all the lights are stable and then plugin the extender.
The range extender is synchronized with the router now. You can access the DHCP table of the router and check for the range extender’s listing with its IP address. This will ensure that the extender is successfully installed.
Conclusion
The Linksys setup wifi extender can be performed in no time now. Want to know more about the setup process? Visit our website for more information or get in touch with our technicians directly on the toll-free number.
