EX5000 | WiFi Range Extender | NETGEAR Extender setup

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If your home WiFi signals are dropping constantly, buffering endlessly during your favorite shows or hardly reaching to each corner of your house then the NETGEAR EX5000 WiFi Range Extender is the only solution you are searching for. This extender is built to reduce the dead zones and push your network further. This is very powerful device and is designed for simple plug-and-play use with any standard router.

In this guide, we will look at the complete NETGEAR EX5000 setup, troubleshooting tips and everything else you need to know to get the most out of your WiFi extender.

How to Set Up Netgear EX5000?

The first thing is to unbox the extender. You should have your EX5000 unit and a simple instruction manual. That is about it. You don’t require an Ethernet cable until and unless you are doing a wired setup.

Step 1: Plug It In

• Make sure to plug your EX5000 into a power socket in between of your router and the area with weak wifi signals.
• You have to wait until the power LED turns to solid green. If it is amber in color then try with different outlet.

Step 2: Connect to the EX5000 Network

• You have to go to wifi settings on your phone or laptop and connect with the network named something like NETGEAR_EXT in the list of available networks.
• Connect to it. You will not get any internet and this is just to access the extender.

Step 3: Open Your Browser and Go to mywifiext

• In the address bar of browser type mywifiext.
• If mywifiext doesn’t work then try with 192.168.1.250.

Step 4: Follow the On Screen Guide

• Select your current wifi network.
• Type your router’s password.
• You can rename your extended network or just keep it as YourNetworkName_EXT.
• All done! Just give the extender minute to apply the settings.

Yes, that is all it takes. That is how to set up Netgear EX5000 in its most basic form.

Some Tips That Make a Difference

This section is very essential. Here are some of the tips:

• Placement is everything: Don’t place the EX5000 extender behind the bookshelf or inside a cabinet. Keep it out in an open area, almost in between of router and dead zone.
• Same Network Name? Some users prefer to use the same SSID (network name) as their router for smooth connection. It is advisable to use a different name HomeWiFi_EXT, so you know exactly which one you are connected to.
• Reboot Often: If the extender stops working in between then just unplug it for about 10 seconds and plug it back.
• Keep Firmware Updated: Go to the mywifiext once in a while to check for updates. NETGEAR releases error fixes that actually help.

What If you are Using Ethernet?

The EX5000 also supports Access Point Mode through the ethernet. Here is how:

• Connect your extender from router with the help of ethernet cable.
• Don’t forgot to connect your extender into the power outlet.
• Go to mywifiext again and select Access Point Mode during setup.
• This gives a stronger and more stable signal.

It is the same setup for your EX5000, just not wireless.

Troubleshooting Tips

Sometimes things just don’t click. Here is what to do:

• Unable to access mywifiext? You can use the IP address which is 192.168.1.250 and be sure that you are connected with the extender’s network.
• Red or Blinking Power Light? Use different wall outlet or you can reset the extender by holding pressing and holding the Rest button for about 10 to 15 seconds.
• WiFi Bars but No Internet? Perform again the setup through mywifiext. You might have entered the wrong router password.
• Weak Signal? To fix this make sure to move the extender more closer to router.

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