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mtlsummer
Dec 12, 2020Follower
NETGEAR_EXT not showing - Nighthawk x45 AC2200
Hello, I just switched to a new router hub 3000 from Bell Canada , My wifi extender Nighthawk X4S AC2200 is no working with it. I pressed the reset button on the back of the extender before tryin...
plemans
Dec 12, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Did you try to setup using wps?
If so, it default sets up using mesh mode. meaning it uses the same ssid as the router.
What are the led lights on it showing?
When you factory reset, did you push and hold reset for 7-15 seconds while it was powered on? The lights blink when held long enough.
You could also log into the router and see if the extender shows up under the attached devices (or equivelent) page.