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EL1957
Dec 14, 2020Tutor
EX6250 Extender - Unplugged, now cannot set back up, cannot remember original user name and password
I have been working with a Guru level tech named Michael over in the router area, as I could not find the extender area. He has given me many valuable suggestions, but none have worked. I unplugged...
plemans
Dec 15, 2020Guru - Experienced User
The EX6250 has an ethernet port. Directly connect a pc/laptop to that port. disable the wifi on the pc/laptop. This ensures the pc/laptop doesn't default back to the wifi during setup. you can try the reset again as well. push and hold reset while powered on for 15 seconds.
Then type the mywifiext . net for setup
try the defaults again.
default login: admin
password: password
lower case