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AC1900 Nighthawk WiF Mesh Extender
through the extender’s WiFi connection.
Ethernet LAN ports (5)
Figure 7. Rear panel Ethernet LAN ports
Install the Extender as an Access Point
You can cable your extender to your existing router and then set up the extender in access
point mode to work to create a new WiFi hotspot.
To use the extender in access point mode:
1. Attach the stand or the rubber feet.
For more information, see Attach the Stand on page 9 or Attach the Rubber Feet on
page 10.
2. Attach the antennas.
For more information, see Attach the Antennas on page 10.
3. Use an Ethernet cable to connect your router to the Ethernet port on the extender
.
Ethernet
Extender Ethernet LAN port
WiFi router
4. Turn on your extender.
Plug the extender into an electrical outlet. Press the Power button if necessary
.
The NETGEAR LED lights white and the Link Rate LEDs and the Device to Extender LED
light amber and then turn of
f.