The slow and sluggish speed of the internet connection in today’s world of technology is the most annoying thing ever. But if you stick with us, this problem can be solved within a couple of minutes.
As a matter of fact, if you want to improve then you must update Netgear extender firmware timely. The process to update the extender's firmware is given below.
Load up a web browser from a device (computer or laptop) that is connected to your Netgear extender's WiFi network.
After that, log in to your range extender via mywifiext.net web address.
Click on the menu icon and when the extender menu displays - access the Netgear extender's firmware update page.
Select Settings and then Firmware Update option.
If you don't see this option, then select Maintenance and after that, the Firmware Upgrade option.
Click on Check or Check Online option.
If the new and latest firmware is available, follow the on-screen prompts to update the Netgear extender's firmware.
Once you update the latest firmware file on your range extender, you will not face any setup issue in setting and installing your range extender.
Netgear Extender Setup: Faster and continuous Internet Connection
There isn't any doubt that Netgear WiFi range extenders are well known for boosting up the range of existing WiFi network from door front/courtyard to backyard of the house. For the Netgear extender setup, please follow the steps given below.
Netgear WiFi range extender should be plugged in close to your WiFi router. Ensure that your main WiFi router is up-to-date by the latest firmware too.
Open up an internet browser on a connected device.
Carefully enter mywifiext (local web address) or 192.168.1.250 (default IP address of the Netgear extender) in the browser's address bar.
If you are facing issues in accessing the web address or the default IP address, then clear cache, cookies, and browsing history from your device (computer or laptop) – restart your web browser and log in again from a different one.
Once you have successfully accessed the mywifiext.net login page – type the login details carefully into the required fields – follow the on-screen instructions given on Netgear genie setup page and you are done with the Netgear extender setup process without any issue.
Call our experts on toll-free number 1-844-697-8376 if you want more instructions to setup and install your range extender.
Some more tips to boost up your Internet Speed
Protect your WiFi
It would be a big thing to worry if you haven’t protected your WiFi with a strong password. This will let unidentified people to enter and access your network without your permission. Every smart WiFi device (router, range extender, modem, computer, laptop, or a smartphone) in today’s modern era comes with a password set as default by the manufacturer, maker or producer itself. But you have to personalize them and create a new one.
Tips: Use guest access feature given by Netgear Genie app and minimize the number of connected devices. The fewer devices you connect, internet speed will increase automatically.
Move your router and the range extender
There are a lot many things in your house and neighborhood that impact the strength of WiFi broadband signals. So, consider placing your router and the range extender on top of the bookshelf – closer to each other, and away from the following obstruction.
Microwaves, Owens, juicer, mixer grinder.
Treadmills.
Baby monitor, electronic toys.
Security alarms, automatic garage openers.
Walls, windows, fish tanks, reflection of mirrors, Bluetooth speakers, cordless phone, etc.
Clean up your device
There would be loads of applications on your networking device that could be making use of your internet without notifying you. Such applications consume background data and ruin your internet plan. If your computer is loaded from malicious files, there are chances that you face internet connectivity issues. Moreover, have a look below that slow your internet speed.
Windows updates and security scans.
Media player, pop-ups from third-party websites.
Instant chat applications, Skype, and online gaming tools.
To get rid of such issues, consider shutting down such services when not in use.
On the other hand, on your Windows computer press ALT+CTRL+DEL and bring up the task manager to see the list of the programs that are currently active and running. You can close the one you don’t want to run.