• Extended 5 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample
If your extender connects to the router’s 5 GHz WiFi band, your extender uses your router’s 5 GHz WiFi
settings for both its networks:
• Router 2.4 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample
• Router 5 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample-5G
• Extended 2.4 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample-5G
• Extended 5 GHz WiFi network name. MyWiFiExample-5G
Note: Since your router and extended networks share the same WiFi network name, only one WiFi network name is
broadcast.
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1. Attach the antennas.
Remove the antenna caps. Attach the antennas to the connectors and turn them clockwise to tighten. Bend and
rotate the antennas into position. Double-check that the antennas are properly tightened.
2. Turn on your extender.
Place the extender close to your WiFi router. Plug the extender into an electrical outlet. Press the Power button
if necessary.
3. Connect to the extender.
Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender using a WiFi or Ethernet connection:
• WiFi. On your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, open the WiFi connection manager and locate and
connect to the extender network called NETGEAR_EXT.
When your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device is connected to the extender, the Client LED lights.
• Ethernet. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port on the extender to an Ethernet port on your
computer.
4. Connect your extender to your router with a web browser.
Launch a web browser and visit www.mywifiext.net. The NETGEAR installation assistant displays.
Follow the prompts to connect your extender to your existing WiFi network.
5. Choose a location and check the signal strength.
Move your extender to a new location that is about halfway between your router and the area with a poor router
WiFi signal. The location that you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network.
The Link Rate LEDs help you choose a spot where the extender-to‑router connection is optimal. For more
information, see Indicator LEDs.
If you get no connection or a poor connection, move the extender closer to your router and try again until the
Link Status LED lights amber or green.
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