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HTCSystems
Mar 05, 2021Tutor
AC1900
I have a netgear Nighthawk R7000 that is running just fine, and is connected to the internet. I have also added a AC1900 Wifi Range Extender hard wired to the R7000. The extender is connected to...
plemans
Mar 05, 2021Guru - Experienced User
what actual extender is it? AC1900 is a speed, not a model.
Also, the extenders usually have 2 modes.
Extender mode or access point mode.
Extender mode---->connects to router wireless and rebroadcasts
Access point mode---->its hardwired to the router via ethernet.
You can't run both modes at the same time. So if you're hardwiring it, make sure to set it up using the installation assistant and use the access point mode during setup. Don't setup extender mode if you're hardwiring it in.
HTCSystems
Mar 07, 2021Tutor
Thanks for the response. I appreciate it. I have a Model Ex7000-100N
I followed your instructions and have internet access now.
- plemansMar 08, 2021Guru - Experienced User
Glad you have it up and working!
What fixed it?
- HTCSystemsMar 08, 2021Tutor
Configuring it as an appliance instead of extender I believe