NETGEAR EX2700 Extender WiFi Performance, Cable a Computer or Device to the Ethernet Port

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N300 WiFi Range Extender

9.Unplug the extender and move it to a new location closer to the area with a poor WiFi signal. The location you choose must be within the range of your existing WiFi router network.

10.Plug the extender into an electrical outlet and wait one minute.

The Power LED lights green. If the Power LED does not light, press the Power button.

11.Use the Router Link LED to help you choose a spot where the extender-to-router connection is optimal.

Extender WiFi Performance

The extender LEDs indicate the strength of the extender’s WiFi connections. Use the following table to understand the extender LEDs.

Table 2. WiFi performance LEDs

LED

Description

 

 

 

 

Router Link LED indicates the strength of

The LEDs are color coded as follows:

 

the WiFi signal between the router and the

Green indicates the best connection.

 

extender.

Amber indicates a good connection.

 

 

Red indicates a poor connection.

 

Device Link LED indicates the strength of

 

An LED that is off indicates no WiFi connection.

 

the WiFi signal between the extender and

 

 

 

 

the computer or mobile device.

 

 

 

 

Cable a Computer or Device to the Ethernet Port

You can use an Ethernet cable to connect a computer or device to the Ethernet port on the extender. Here are some examples of when you might want to do this:

You want to use a computer to log in to the extender to view or change its settings, but you are experiencing trouble connecting to the extender WiFi networks.

You already installed the extender and now you want to connect a device to the extender’s Ethernet port.

To cable a computer to the extender Ethernet port:

1. Install the extender so that it is connected to your existing network with a WiFi link.

2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the extender and to an Ethernet port on your computer.

The computer connects to the extender. Your computer might display a message notifying you of an Ethernet connection.

Install Your Extender

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Contents N300 WiFi Range Extender Trademarks SupportCompliance Contents Get to Know Your Extender LEDs Meet Your ExtenderHow the Extender Works When to Use Your ExtenderInstall Your Extender  To connect with WPS Place the Extender and Apply PowerConnect to an Existing WiFi Network  To place the extender and apply power To connect with the browser-based Smart Setup Connect with Netgear genie Smart SetupInstall Your Extender  To cable a computer to the extender Ethernet port Extender WiFi PerformanceCable a Computer or Device to the Ethernet Port  To cable a device to the extender Ethernet port Settings  To change the password for the extender Log In to the Extender After Initial SetupChange the admin Password  To log in to the extender after the initial setupSelect Setup Wizard Use the Setup Wizard to Connect the Extender to a NetworkSelect Maintenance Set Password Manage the Extender Network and Settings  To add a WPS client View or Change Wireless Settings To view or change the wireless settings Add a WPS Client to the Extender Network To view or change the advanced wireless settings View or Change Advanced Wireless SettingsSelect Setup Wireless Settings Select Advanced Wireless Settings Set Up a Wireless Access List To set up and enable the access list  To specify a static IP address Set Up the Extender to Use a Static IP AddressSelect Setup IP Address Setup Monitor and Maintain the Extender Select Maintenance Backup Settings Back Up the Extender ConfigurationRestore Saved Configuration Settings  To back up the extender configuration settingsUse the Factory Reset Button to Restore Factory Settings Return the Extender to Its Factory Settings To erase the extender’s current settings  To restore factory settingsUpgrade the Firmware  To view devices on the network View Wired and Wireless Network DevicesSelect Maintenance Firmware Upgrade Select Maintenance Network Devices FAQs and Troubleshooting FAQs  To use the extender with a MAC filter on the router Cannot Log In to the ExtenderConnection was not established to the selected network Cannot Join the Extender WiFi NetworkSupplemental Information Technical Specifications Factory Default SettingsN300 WiFi Range Extender Technical specifications
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