NETGEAR EX6100 Add a WPS Client to the Extender Network, Change the Basic WiFi Settings

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AC750 WiFi Range Extender

Add a WPS Client to the Extender Network

The WPS Wizard helps you add a wireless computer or device to the extender’s WiFi networks without typing the WiFi password. WPS does not support WEP network security. If you are using WEP security, see Connect with NETGEAR genie Smart Setup on page 11.

Note: For instructions about how to use the physical WPS button on the extender, see Connect with WPS on page 10.

To add a WPS client:

1.Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless device that is connected to the network.

2.In the address field of your browser, enter http://www.mywifiext.net. A login screen displays.

You are prompted to enter a user name and password. If you do not see the login prompt, make sure to include http:// when you type http://www.mywifiext.net in your browser.

3.Enter admin for the user name and enter your password.

If you have not yet personalized your password, type password for the password.

4.Select Add a WPS Client.

5.Click the Next button.

6.Select a radio button:

Push button. Click the WPS button on this screen.

PIN Number. The screen adjusts. Enter the client security PIN, and click the Next button.

7.Within two minutes, go to the client device and use its WPS software to connect to the WiFi network.

The WPS process automatically sets up your wireless computer with the network password when it connects. The extender WPS screen displays a confirmation message.

Change the Basic WiFi Settings

To view or change wireless setup:

1.Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender’s network.

2.Launch a web browser and enter http://www.mywifiext.net in the address field. A login screen displays.

3.Enter admin for the user name and enter your password.

If you have not yet personalized your password, type password for the password.

Manage the Extender Network and Settings

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Contents AC750 WiFi Range Extender Trademarks SupportCompliance Contents FAQs and Troubleshooting Get to Know Your Extender WPS LED Front Panel and Side Panel LEDs and ButtonsHow the Extender Works When to Use Your ExtenderUse as a WiFi Range Extender Support for the 802.11ac Networking Standard Use as an Access PointInstall Your Extender  To place the extender Install the Extender as a Range ExtenderConnect to an Existing WiFi Network Place the Extender To connect with the browser-based Smart Setup Existing WiFi network name. MyNetworkNameInstall Your Extender Install Your Extender Connect a Computer or Device to the Ethernet Port Find the Best LocationExtender Performance  To connect a device to the extender Ethernet port  To connect a computer to the extender Ethernet port To install the extender as an access point Install the Extender as an Access PointSettings  To change the password for the extender Log In After Initial SetupChange the admin Password  To log in to the extender after the initial setup To set up password recovery Set Up Password Recovery for adminSelect Maintenance Set Password Select Smart Setup Use Smart Setup to Connect the Extender to a NetworkManage the Extender Network and Settings Manage the Extender Network and Settings  To add a WPS client Change the Basic WiFi Settings To view or change wireless setup Add a WPS Client to the Extender NetworkSelect Setup Wireless Setup Change WiFi Security Settings To change the WiFi security setting Select Advanced Wireless Settings View or Change Advanced Wireless Settings To view or change the advanced wireless settings View or Change the WPS Settings  To set up and enable the access list Set Up a Wireless Access List To view or change the Internet Sstup View or Change the Internet IP Address SettingSelect the Turn Access Control On check box  To enable NAT Enable NAT in the ExtenderSelect Setup Internet Setup  To edit a profile Manage Profiles To delete a profile Operating ModeInternet Surfing  To view or change the operating modeSelect Advanced Operating Mode Monitor and Maintain the Extender  To back up the extender configuration settings Recover the admin PasswordBack Up the Extender Configuration  To recover your password to access the extender To restore the extender configuration settings Restore Saved Configuration SettingsSelect Maintenance Backup Settings  To restore factory settings Return the Extender to Its Factory SettingsUse the Factory Reset Button to Restore Factory Settings  To erase the extender’s current settings Update the FirmwareErase the Settings and Return to Factory Settings  To view devices on the network View Wired and Wireless Network DevicesSelect Maintenance Firmware Update Select Maintenance Attached Devices FAQs and Troubleshooting User name. admin FAQs To get the translated MAC address Cannot Log In to the ExtenderConnection was not established to the selected network Cannot Join an Extender WiFi NetworkSupplemental Information Technical Specifications Factory Default SettingsAC750 WiFi Range Extender Technical specifications
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