Placement Of Extender
Placement of the extender device is a crucial step of the setup process. During the setup process you should keep it exactly next to the host router device. It is significant for the configuration of the device. Once the configuration is complete you can place it to another location strategically.
Start Your Extender
Moving to the next step, you have to start the extender by powering it. Powering your extender will initiate the setup of it in actual terms. By using the power adapter you have and injecting it in the device along with a wall electric outlet, start the device.
Link To Extender
Move further in the Linksys extender setup process by creating a link between the extender device & computer/ laptop device in which you are about to access the setup page. For this link there are two methods as specified here:
Wired Method
To establish a wired link, an ethernet cord is required. You have to inject the cord into the device ethernet port. Check your computer/ laptop device to verify the connection is done. A secured connection is required to initiate the configuration.
Wireless Method
Establish a wireless link with your extender device. Access the WiFi settings of your computer/ laptop device and hunt for your linksys extender SSID. as you find, choose it and mention the password to link with it.
Launch Web Browser
Once you get the connection of your extender, launch a web browser on the same device. You can use any browser installed on your computer/ laptop device. Only use the latest version of the browser to avoid trouble in access.
Access Admin Panel
Start using your browser to hunt for the http://extender.linksys.com/ portal. When the portal opens on the screen, select the set up range extender option and a new page will appear from where you need to select the extender model you own. Thereafter you need to access the admin panel by using the default login information. When you have access to the admin panel you can initiate linksys extender setup.
Configure Your Extender
Here are the steps you have to go with to configure linksys extender settings:
First make changes in the admin access settings. It is very important to change the default information of the admin account to keep it safe.
Connect the linksys range extender to the host router device. Use the username & password of your router to establish connection. Specify the information on the screen when prompted. Hit on the connect option to initiate the connection.
Create a SSID & password now to strengthen your extender network. You can use the same SSID as your router network has or keep it different. Also create a strong password so no one can crack it easily.
Also check for firmware. If your device firmware is the latest one then that’s good. But if a new version is available, update it first for smooth running of the device.
Finish the configuration by selecting the finish button and reboot the device once.
Relocate The Extender
When you make all the significant changes to the network and finish the configuration, you can move ahead to relocate the device. Relocation is important for the optimal use of the device.
Conclusion
I would like to conclude my words by saying that the linksys extender setup using the above given instructions is very easy. If you are facing any issue in setting up the device even after following the above given instructions then you need technical help. An expert can assist you with the right steps or guide you where you are making errors while setting up.
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