Using WiFi extenders you can access high speed internet for each corner of your house. WiFi extender device will receive WiFi signals from your WiFi router, boost those signals and distribute WiFi signals for dead zone areas you are having at your location. If we talk about Linksys WiFi extenders, they are one of the best quality WiFi boosters available. After installing WiFi extender for your home network you can make all required configurations for your extender using http web utility. http.xyz.com is the default address that is registered for making configurations regarding your WiFi booster

Extender Setup Using The Wired Connection

  1. Connect the Ethernet cable between the computer and Wifi Range Extender.
  2. Visit extender.linksys.com and promptly you will need to enter the username and password. The default username and password is ‘admin’ in lower case to every router.
  3. When you logged into your wifi range extender setup, click on the Setup > Wireless Settings > Security option.
  4. Check the Password of your network security key and also go to check the password of AP of your network key. Both passwords should match. If matching then clicks on ‘Apply’. In case, the passwords are not matching then you can create the manual password.

Extender Setup Using The Wireless Connection

If you want to switch your connection from wired to wireless then reset your Extender before establishing the connection. The reset button is located to the side panel of your router. If you are just going to connect wifi range extender to your router, go follow the below steps:

You can Power on your Wifi Range Extender and wait for some seconds. Access your device and visit extender.linksys.com > confirm the username and password > click on the login.
The setup wizard is displaying on the screen of your device, you can manage the connection. Remember if you are reconnecting the router to your Extender then you don’t need to press the WPS button.

 

Prerequisites for Linksys Extender Setup Procedure

Linksys range extenders receive the wireless signals from the router and repeat them so that the signals can reach every corner of the home or office. Therefore, the users are suggested to consider the following prerequisites for linksys extender setup.

  • The range extender must be turned ON and is in working condition.
  • Pen down the existing Wi-Fi router settings, i.e., SSID or Wi-Fi network name, Wi-Fi password.
  • Reset the range extender to its default settings.
  • Make sure to have an accessible internet connection on the system

Wi-Fi Extender Setup Using Different Methods

Method 1: Using a Web GUI

This method involves accessing the Linksys extender’s setup page through a web browser on a computer or mobile that’s connected to the network.

Steps To Set Up Using a Web Browser:

Step 1: Plug in the extender to a power outlet.
Step 2: Wait for the extender’s LED lights to start blinking amber.

Wait for the extender’s LED lights to start blinking amber
Step 3: Connect a computer to the extender’s WiFi network.
Step 4: Open a web browser and enter the extender’s IP address in the address bar. The default IP address is usually 192.168.1.1.
Step 5: Enter the login credentials (generally “admin” for both) to log in to the extender’s web-based setup page.
Step 6: Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the extender.

Agree terms and begin the Linksys Extender setup
Step 7: First, secure the router with ID and password.

Create password for your Linksys Extender
Step 8: Then, choose whether you want to set it up as a range extender or access point.

Choose between Range Extender and Access Point
Step 9: Now, select your main WiFi network and enter the network password.
Step 10: Click on the “Save” button to apply the settings.

Method 2: Using a WPS Button

This method simplifies the Linksys range extender setup by utilizing the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button on both devices (router and extender).

It automatically establishes a secure wireless connection between the two devices, eliminating the need for manual configuration or entering network credentials.

Steps To Set Up Using WPS Button:

Step 1: Place the Linksys extender within range of your main router.
Step 2: Plug in the extender to a power outlet.
Step 3: Wait for the extender’s LED lights to start blinking amber.

Wait for the extender’s LED lights to start blinking amber
Step 4: Press the WPS button on your router.

Pressing WPS Button on Router
Step 5: Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the extender.

Pressing WPS Button on Linksys Extender
Step 6: Wait for the WPS LED on the extender to stop blinking and remain solid, indicating a successful connection. The extender will automatically configure the settings and connect to your WiFi network.

Steps To Setup Manual:

This method involves to plug-in the system to the ethernet port of the wireless range extender. After that, follow the instruction to access the web-based Linksys extender setup page.

1: Plug the Linksys extender into the electrical source via a power adapter.
2: Turn on the extender and wait till the power indicator LED turns blue.
3: After that, connect the system to the extender’s ethernet port using an ethernet cable carefully.
4: Then, go to a web browser.
5: Navigate to the extender.linksys.com domain address or use the default IP address 192.168.1.1 in the address bar.
6: The extender’s configuration screen gets automatically launched following first time extender login.
7: Now, the users are recommended to enter the login credentials in the given field.
8: After this, the UI of the setup page will open on the screen.
9: Then tap on the “Wireless Settings” option from there.
10: Now click on a manual radio icon presented on the screen.
11: Then setup the security settings for the Wi-Fi range extender.

In the end, type the password and “save” the settings

Extender Not Connecting to Internet

Nothing is more problematic when you see ‘No Internet’ on your extender network. This problem can be fix easily

  1. 1st check internet on your router. Poor internet connectivity or no internet on router will not provide any internet connectivity to extender. In such case call your ISP to refresh the internet line or check the status of outage in your area if any.
  2. Distance between extender and router can also cause this issue, if extender is far away from the router then internet connectivity on extender will be poor or nil.
  3. Router setting can also cause this problem, if router has WEP security enabled then it’s less likely that extender will receive internet from router. Change the security to WPA2 from WEP.
  4. Outdated firmware is also the one reason for not connecting to the extender. So keep the firmware up to date for enhance compatibilty.
  5. All extenders work on some wifi channels respected to their wifi frequency. A change in wifi channel sometimes resolves the problem. To change the channel login into your extender and look for wifi channels option.
  6. Restart the device and try it again with the extender wifi, this may also resolve the issue.

Wi-Fi Extender Firmware Update

Firmware Update is efficient to maintain the working level of your extender as this software is a major component that controls the functionality of your extender. It should be updated regularly to allow your device to showcase its performance upto its utmost level.

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi is a service that allows users to configure and keep a track on their device by accessing them from anywhere around the world. The user who wants to take full advantage of its enhanced skills would have to update their device. 

Steps to update the firmware of your Linksys Extender

  • Visit the support page of your extender to download the firmware of your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi.
  • Go to the Firmware section click on Download software tab. The window will notify you about the latest update. 
  • Click the hardware version of your device, select the firmware for it and click on the Download tab.
  • Extract the file you download and place it somewhere safe from where you easily can fetch it. 
  • Now, visit the browser and type www.extender.linksys.com on the address bar of the browser.
  • Extender login page appears on the screen.
  • Mention the credentials within their respective fields. Click on the login button and home screen of the extender appears on the screen.
  • Go to Administration tab, click on the Firmware Upgrade tab.
  • To upload the firmware you downloaded, select the Manual Upgrade tab then click on the Browse button.
  • Locate and select the file you downloaded and click on an open tab.
  • Click on Start Upgrade tab. As soon as you click on it the update process will start on your system.
  • A warning dialogue box will appear on your screen notifying you that upgrade must not be interrupted. 
  • After the update process, the extender will automatically restart.

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Velop Setup

Follow the given steps below to setup the Linksys Velop:

1. Download the Linksys Apps from Apple Store or Google Play Store into your mobile phone
2.Switch off power to your ONT/Modem
3.Unplug and remove your old router from the ONT/Modem
4.Connect the ethernet cable from your ONT/Modem to the port near the “Reset” button of your first Velop (Master Node)
5.Ensure your Bluetooth is turned ON at your mobile phone.
6.Power up the Velop and wait until the LED turn solid PURPLE
7.Open Linksys Apps and follow the instruction
8.If the Linksys Apps prompted to connect to Setup Wi-Fi during the setup, go to the setting on your phone and locate the network name that match the Setup Wi-Fi printed at the bottom of the Master Node

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) Answered

1.How does Linksys extender works?
The Linksys extender pick up the signals from and for the router and send them on intensified. It generates WLAN itself. When you turn on your device automatically search for the strongest Wi-Fi.

2.Can several extenders be used?
Yes, but because extenders can hinder each other, which do not always make sense in practice. The new range extender must amplify the signal from the router, not the one from the other repeater.

3.What is the best trick of placing your Wi-Fi range extender?
Place the WLAN base stations in such a way that the device can radiate freely in all directions, so avoid placing it under the desk or in corners. Placement next to or on a computer case or near household and entertainment devices should also be avoided at all costs. If you also want to surf the second floor or the ground floor, you should set up the router above or below the respective room.

4.Forget Login Email Id And Password – How To Troubleshoot?
Once you have reached to login page, there you will see USERNAME & PASSWORD HELP where you can go with the security options. The appropriate solution to this problem is restoring the default factory settings. Again access the www.extender.linksys.com
The New Extender Setup will be displaying, you will click on this New Extender Setup button.

5.How To Restore The Range Extender To Its Factory Default Settings?
Reset by pressing the reset button on the device
The location of the reset button depends on the model of the range extender. The users are suggested to press and hold the reset button on the range extender for at least 8 seconds. Once reset then follow the setup process again

Reset the range extender via web-based setup page
Launch a preferred web browser and then access the web-based linksys extender setup page.
After this, under the “Administration” option, choose the “Factory Defaults” option.
Then tap on the “Restore Factory Defaults” option.
Now unplug the range extender from the power outlet, leave it OFF for 30 seconds, and plug in the device again to complete the reset procedure.

6.Check your device should be set up to the DHCP.
Check the LED of your device should convert into the green stable.
Use the valid IP address
If you are going to use extender.linksys.com. Once check, it should be spelt correctly.

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