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CANNOT SEE NETGEAR EXT2700 IN WIFI LIST
Hi, I followed the instructions for the setup, connected the extender to the router. Went to the PC and selected the extender from the WIFI list, it asked for a password! I typed in 'password' and ...
During the setup of the EX2700 you can either choose the WPS method, or in a manual config select the same base router network name (with a _EXT postfix) and wireless preshared key, or define a dedicated name and wireless preshared key.
Following a factory reset (press and hold the reset button for some seconds) the setup can be redone, the default network name and password is in place again.
Assuming you have a current firmware version on you EX2700, here is the setup process: https://kb.netgear.com/30109/How-do-I-install-my-NETGEAR-EX2700-extender-Firmware-version-1-0-1-8-and-above
Following a factory reset (press and hold the reset button for some seconds) the setup can be redone, the default network name and password is in place again.
Assuming you have a current firmware version on you EX2700, here is the setup process: https://kb.netgear.com/30109/How-do-I-install-my-NETGEAR-EX2700-extender-Firmware-version-1-0-1-8-and-above