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Andy74
Aug 09, 2020Aspirant
Keep saying password is incorrect
I tried to connect devices to this new WiFi range extender using the same password as the router but it doesn’t connect saying the password is incorrect. I reset it a few times but no success and the ...
plemans
Aug 09, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Are you setting it up via WPS?
WPS doesn't always gets coded the same and can cause issues. Try factory resetting the extender and reinstalling it using the installation wizard and NOT wps.
Andy74
Aug 09, 2020Aspirant
Many thanks for your quick response. I’m not that techy.... can you please advise how to manually set up using installation wizard whilst you cannot connect to the internet using the extender network?
My understanding is that you have to open the browser using the extender network connection. Help much appreciated
My understanding is that you have to open the browser using the extender network connection. Help much appreciated
- plemansAug 09, 2020Guru - Experienced User
You can set it up without being online.
Factory reset the extender and then simply follow the "netgear installation asssistant" guide from the installation guide.
it can be found here: https://www.netgear.com/support/product/ex6110