Can’t Log in to Netgear Router in AP Mode?

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“I have a Netgear router R7800 thatis running in AP mode. I can’t update its firmware as I can’t log in.” – Netgear router user.

Have you come across a similar problem? Reading this blog is going to help you as we have covered the relevant troubleshooting steps to fix router login issues. Once resolved, you can easily update its firmware to the latest version. Let’s begin.

How to Fix Netgear Router Login Trouble (AP Mode)

Begin with this first:

• Make certain that there’s a stable internet connection to the router and the device that you are using to log in.
• Make use of an updated internet browser and clear it cache before logging in to the router.
• Your router must be getting adequate power from the power socket.
• Verify that all the cables and wires are well intact.
• Make no typing mistakes while inserting the login URL and the login credentials.

If you still can’t log in to your router that is running in the Access Point mode, then try these fixes now.

1. Restart the Router

Unplug the power socket of your Netgear router and let it remain in the unplugged status for some time. After about a minute or so, plug it back and use the On/Off button to turn it on. Access the router’s WiFi on your computer now and try to log in.

Expert Tip: Avoid using the phone to log in and update the router. Use the web interface instead.

2. Use the Right IP to Log In

Are you using the default IP or the URL of the router to log in? Considering the router is in the AP mode, the IP address could have changed. Therefore, check the IP address assigned to it now. Use that IP to log in to access routerlogin page.

How to Find Router’s IP?

From Other Router’s Web GUI

The Netgear router is in the AP mode. This implies it is connected to another router that acts as the main router. Log in to the web interface of that router and check the connected devices list. From there you can get the Netgear router’s IP address. Use this IP in the address field of the browser to go to the Netgear router login page.

Using Netgear Genie Desktop App

You can also use the Netgear Genie desktop app and use its Network Map feature to find the IP address assigned tothe router. You can go for the Netgear Genie download and then use it.

Using Command Prompt

• Run a LAN cable from the computer to the Netgear router now.
• Open Command Prompt.
• Type ipconfig.
• Hit Enter.
• Note down the IP listed next to Default Gateway.

This IP will take you to the login page of the Netgear router in AP mode. You can now update the firmware on the router.

Verdict

You can often experience login issues with your Netgear router. However, the right troubleshooting steps can help you get rid of the trouble. This post has the ultimate fixes if you can’t log in to the Netgear router in AP mode. We hope that you can now log in to your router and update its firmware. We suggest you to use the manual process to upgrade the router. Here you first download the firmware file and then install it on the router.