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KamleshR
Tutor
Apr 07, 2023

Extender N300

recently I changed my network provider and and even after resetting factory settings the extender does not recognise the new password. I have model WN3000RPv3 and the new network is recognised but c...
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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Apr 09, 2023

Did you set it up using the push button WPS option? 

If so, factory reset the extender  and set it up using the installation assistant.

To factory reset, push and hold the reset button for 7-15 seconds while powered on. 

Here's a video of how to use the assistant. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJVklshxBMk

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KamleshR
Tutor
Apr 13, 2023

Hey, i had another go, based on your suggestion and video, and it worked !

many thanks, it's much appreciated.

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    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Apr 13, 2023

    Glad it worked! you might mark it solved so others aren't still trying to fix it.