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Tallman
Sep 05, 2026Guide
Cannot Change Channel on EX6120
I have a NETGEAR EX6120 WIFI extender that I have been using for six months now. By default, both bands use the same channels that my router is using. I have been trying to change the channels of b...
schumaku
Sep 05, 2026Guru - Experienced User
Tallman wrote:By default, both bands use the same channels that my router is using
Exactly. Thats the way it is with most WiFi Range Extender designs: These always operate on the same channel set like the primary router, basically because there is only one radio adapter taking care of two jobs: talk to the main router and listen/send data to your phone or laptop.