How to Connect Netgear Extender to VDSL2 Modem [2k24]

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Many people set up Netgear extender for enhanced networking experience. Are you finding the steps to connect Netgear extender to VDSL2 modem? If yes, then we’ve got you covered. Truth to be spoken;Netgear extenders work well with WiFi routers. But, it does not mean that you can’t connect yours to a VDSL2 modem (that provided by your Digital Subscriber Line modem technology). For this, you first have to master the art of converting your modem to the router.

In light of the same fact, we have divided this guide in 2 parts. Firstly, we will help you convert your VDSL2 modem to the router. Thereafter, we will reveal the most important thing you need i.e. the steps to connect your Netgear WiFi extender to a VDSL modem.

Steps to Connect Netgear Extender to VDSL2 Modem

Stage 1: Setting Up VDSL2 as a Router

The steps mentioned below will let you understand how you can convert your VDSL2 modem provided by your ISP to work as a router. For reference, we have taken Huawei modem. You are free to follow these steps for your modem:

• Ensure that your Huawei modem is getting a non-fluctuating power supply.
• The internet connection is also supposed to be sound from the ISPs end.
• Now, run an Ethernet cable from the LAN port of the modem to the computer.
• Switch on your computer if you haven’t done it yet.
• The next step requires you to load an internet browser (Chrome, Edge, Safari, etc.).
• Now, enter the IP address of your Huawei modem (192.168.1.1) and hit Enter.
• Input the login details and click the button labeled Log In.
• You will soon see the dashboard of your Huawei modem where you have to choose the Home Network tab.
• On the next window, select LAN Interface and move to the DHCP Server settings.
• From there, uncheck the box labeled DHCP Server and hit Save.
• After that, modify the IP address. Let us say, set it to 192.168.0.1.
• Your VDSL2 modem will turn into a router and get installed in the Bridge mode.

Note: The IP address of the Huawei modem is 192.168.1.1 whereas the default username and password are “admin” and “admin” respectively. These details are in lowercase and you must enter them very carefully. The username and password must be entered as per the model number of the product. You can take the aid of the product manual for the same.

Stage 2: Connecting Netgear Extender to VDSL2 Modem

This is the time to enter the stage 2. On the off-chance, you have purchased a new Netgear extender, unbox it first. Connect its accessories. This is for your general information that the default network name of the extender will be Netgear_ext. You will have to connect your computer to the same network for the extender setup process. Here’s how you can make things happen to connect Netgear extender to VDSL2 modem that has now successfully entered the Bridge mode i.e. working as a router:

• Power down your VDSL2 modem and connect its LAN1 port to the extender’s Internet port.
• Be very sure that your modem is placed close to the extender.
• After that, you are supposed to disconnect the modem and computer and join the Netgear_ext network through the Network and Internet settings.
• Open a new tab on the web browser now and access the mywifiext URL.
• The URL must be followed by “.net” extension if the Windows PC is being used whereas you must go with the “.local” extension in the case of a Mac device.
• You will be asked for the extender’s admin details.
• Enter admin and password into the Username and Password field respectively.
• The New Extender Setup window will appear and you will be asked whether you want to install your extender in the AP mode or the Extender mode.
• Once you choose the operating mode, a few on-screen prompts will appear.
• Follow them to complete the final steps of connecting Netgear extender to VDSL2 modem.

The Concluding Words

It is possible to connect Netgear extender to VDSL2 modem once you set it up to operate as a router. Therefore, it is necessary that you first of all learn how to change the VSDL2 modem’s DHCP settings. We hope that you have carefully gone through the steps to connect your Netgear extender to the VDSL2 modem and will be able to complete the process without any extra effort. After that you can connect your WiFi-enabled devices to the extended network to enjoy the internet connection.