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EX6150v2 - incorrect password
I just got a new modem from CenturyLink. Set it up ok. Gave it a new password. Re-booted the extender (EX6150v2) and that seems to be ok. BUT when I try to connect on my phone, it keeps telling me "i...
You can change the centurylink's ssid and password to whatever you prefer.
you'd need to reinstall/change it on the extender and device after changing it though.
Hi plemans
I just wrote you a message and it got deleted!!!!! I guess I used web addresses too much or something.
Here's what I did: I used a netgear post about "How to configure my EX6150v2 in Access Point Mode" (I can't provide a link, but you can put this topic in a search if you want to see it.) I hooked up the extender directly into the modem via ethernet cord. I got as far as step 3&4. Using my settings (wifi), I got it to accept the -2G (can't connect), -5G (connected), and NG-ext (connected). At this point a set-up page was supposed to open, but did not. As a result, when I removed the ethernet cord from the extender, there is no longer a connection.
I don't think I can try your way. I am using a 2016 Dell desktop. It only has 1 ethernet port, which is being used for the modem. It is not wireless.
I think it's time for me to bite the bullet and get a new computer (I've been talking about this for months) and a new extender! I need the extender for my Ring security system (not working now because of this fiasco). I've been fussing with this problem for 3 days now! It should not be this hard! I just don't get the jargon, the tech stuff, etc. Sigh...
Anyway... thanks so much for your patience! I know I ramble (um... like now!). Sorry!
Thanks, again...
glass-goddess
What modem do you have?
I actually want you to connect the extender to the PC via the ethernet. disconnect the pc from the modem/router and just connect it to extender to set it up. Not using access point mode.
Modem is a C1100T refurbished from CenturyLink. Just got it Monday. Started this mess soon after.
WOW!!!!! IT WORKED!!!!! The only thing I did wrong was that it asked for the Key# (or something like that) and I put in the long abcd... one that CenturyLink used for the modem (thinking I had to use that so it would be the same). And not thinking that this really had nothing to do with the modem, I am now stuck with a really long PW, unless it's easy to change. But not worried about that now because...
I have been able to connect my iPad and cell phone!!!!! (I'm assuming when I move the extender, it will still work.)
Will try my Ring connection now.
But, ooooh... thank you so much!!!!
Stay safe... glass-goddess
You can change the centurylink's ssid and password to whatever you prefer.
you'd need to reinstall/change it on the extender and device after changing it though.