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Mike001's avatar
Mike001
Guide
Nov 18, 2018

Wifi range extender won't accept router password

When the _ext appears on my imac wireless options and I click to connect it does not accept the router password, if I dont get an answer soon I will take it back and get a refund!

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  • Each device has its own password. You need to configure them before they will work together. Follow the directions step by step, and it will probably work. You'll also most likely find the configuration login for your extender in tiny print on the back or bottom of the unit.

    Search for the solution to specific problems by using your device model numbers.

    • Mike001's avatar
      Mike001
      Guide

      Many thanks **bleep**, I have found them but not tried yet, will post an update when I have.....Mike

    • Flicker123's avatar
      Flicker123
      Aspirant

      RTFM - the booklet says enter your wifi password not look for an alternative password.  I do this and it is not recognised.  There is no password on the device itself.

  • I go to www.mywifi.net and htis is the only page I get.  I have N300 extender. The iOS link doesn't work,  Jsut great!

     

     

    You are not connected to your extender's WiFi network.

    If your router and extender use the same WiFi network name (SSID), follow these instructions:

    Note: These instructions apply only to the following extenders:

        • Nighthawk X6S AC3000 Tri-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX8000
        • Nighthawk X6 AC2200 Tri-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX7700
        • Nighthawk X4S AC2200 Tri-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX7500
        • Nighthawk X4 AC2200 Dual-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX7300
        • AC1900 Nighthawk WiFi Range Extender Model EX7000
        • AC1900 Dual-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX6400

    To log in to your extender, enter one of the following URLs in your web browser depending on your device:

    Note: To find your extender's IP address, log in to your router and look for a list of devices connected to your router. The extender's IP address displays in the list. For more information, see your router's user manual.

    If your router and extender use different WiFi network names (SSIDs), make sure that your device is connected to your extender's network.

    To log in to your extender, enter mywifiext.net in your web browser.

    For more information, visit http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/29746.

    • schumaku's avatar
      schumaku
      Guru - Experienced User

      Flicker123 wrote:

      I go to www.mywifi.net and htis is the only page I get.  I have N300 extender. The iOS link doesn't work,  Jsut great!

      <snip>

      To log in to your extender, enter one of the following URLs in your web browser depending on your device:

      <snip>


      That question about iOS should be answered I guess - just great, isn't it?

      Not sure why they state using the extender IP on Android (what certainly works on any platform and browser!) - works like a charm here: