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cometstorm
Sep 02, 2025Aspirant
I've been trying to setup a new extender for two days
Glad I came across this. I've been trying to setup a new extender for two days. My old netgear extender is still showing up in my wireless list. 5GEXT AND 2GEXT Can't get the new one to ...
CrimpOn
Sep 02, 2025Guru - Experienced User
If the new extender is connected to the primary WiFi system, it will appear on the list of Attached Devices. The MAC address should match a MAC address printed on the extender label and a connection to the IP address should bring up the extender web management interface.