The Linksys range extender allows the repetition of the WiFi signal. It boosts the WiFi connectivity in the hard-to-reach areas. The Linksys Extender Setup can also be executed manually and with the help of the web-based GUI. To Connect Linksys Extender, you need to perform a series of steps discussed in the underlying information. Follow them and complete your task.
Before starting, ensure the following things:
- SSID
- The wireless channel
- The wireless password or the security/network key
- Also, you must reset the range extender. For this, press the reset button and hold it for 5 seconds. This button is located at the top panel of the range extender. Keep holding it for 5 seconds until the LED blinks and the extender is restored to factory defaults.
Manually configuring the Linksys range extender:
- Firstly, connect the computer and the range extender using the ethernet cable.
- Now, plug the range extender into a power outlet. Wait till the LEDs are stable.
- Open any compatible browser and enter the router’s IP address.
- You can input the username and password in the window appearing next. Now, click Log In.
- Now choose the Wireless option and then select Basic Wireless Settings.
- Choose the Manual settings for the radio button. Now enter the router’s Network Name (SSID).
- Choose the security settings that match the router’s configuration in the Wireless Security section. Input the Passphrase and choose Save Settings.
- It is recommended to use WPA/WPA2 wireless security on the router and the range extender for optimum wireless-N performance.
- Lastly, unplug the power cables of the router and range extender for at least 30 seconds. Now plug the router first, wait for the lights to become stable, and plug the range extender. The extender can be synchronized with the router.
Setting the range extender using the wired connection
You can configure the Linksys range extender using the wired connection besides the setup CD that comes along with the package. Read the steps underlying to configure the range extender:
Verify the WiFi settings on the router
The ranger extender and the wireless router point’s WiFi settings should match for smooth functioning. You should identify the WiFi name and channel and WiFi security mode.
Connecting the computer and the extender
Connect the range extender and the computer using an ethernet cable. It will allow access to the web-based setup page.
Configuring the range extender
- Firstly, open any compatible browser and input the default IP address 192.168.1.1 in the browser’s address bar. If the ranger extender has been configured yet, it will try to access the website.
- Fill in the default login credentials.
- After accessing the login page, go to Basic Wireeldss Setting under the Wireless
- Choose the Manual radio button and enter the router’s WiFi or SSID in the field provided in the Configuration View
- Select the security mode your router is using on the Wireless Security.
- Now enter the Passphrase that the router is using in the fields provided. It should consist of eight characters.
Accessing the GUI of the Linksys extender
- First, connect your computer to the Ethernet port in an extender range.
- Then, you can connect the range extender to the power source. You may hold off until the indicator lights get stable.
- Open any compatible browser.
- You can utilize the gateway extender.linksys.com for accessing the login page for the extender.
- After entering your login credentials, select OK. If you’ve customized your password in the past, you will be able to use the password you created previously.
- Lastly, you can access the Linksys WiFi extender login page now.
Conclusion
You can connect Linksys extender using the methods defined above. To have more information on this topic, feel free to call our experts in the end.
