The Netgear Range extenders are one of the small and impactful networking devices that repeats your router signals. The installation is simplest and easy to configure through your computer as well as the phone.
This guide will provide you with the steps of AC1200 WiFi extender configuration via computer (mywifiext.net or 192.168.1.250) as well as via phone (nighthawk app). It’s time to dive into the setup starting with the connection.
You’ll find the AC1200 WiFi Range Extender, a quick start guide, and the device itself. The EX6110 looks like a little white block with antennas nothing too fancy. Now, power it on by plugging it into a power outlet halfway between your router and the dead zone.
Tip: never plug it into a power strip. Wall socket = more reliable signal.
The power LED on the front should light up in solid green. If it’s blinking, give it a minute. If nothing happens, press the Power button once. If you are still seeing nothing? It can happen that it’s a faulty outlet or a faulty unit.
You’ve got two ways to get this router installed in your house:
This is the fastest way to pair up, but it will work when your routers support WPS.
The extender will clone your existing network. You’ll now see a new Wi-Fi name like:
Your Network Name_EXT
Done. You can stop here if that’s enough for you.
Pro Tip: Test it. Move to the dead zone and check if the signals stronger.
At first you have to connect to the Extender. Go to Wi-Fi settings, connect to: NETGEAR_EXT network.
Select any web Browser on your computer like Chrome, Safari, or Edge. Type mywifiext.net or 192.168.1.250 press Enter to search. You’ll land on the NETGEAR setup portal. On the portal you’ll be asked a few things:
Click Next, let the extender do its thing. After a few seconds, it’ll say you’re connected.
Never forget to re-connect your internet devices to the new extended network once the Netgear EX6110 setup is done.
Setting it up is half the battle. The placement is where you will find the better connection and signals.
Watch the signal LED on the extender:
Once it’s in the right spot, the extended signal should reach those once-dead corners of your home.
To make sure the update is good or latest firmware needed, go to mywifiext.net, log in, and check for firmware updates. Manufacturers release updates to squash bugs and boost performance. Regular updates = smoother performance.
If you have chosen the extender WiFi network, and want to change the WiFi password. then apply these steps:
The admin password and WiFi password pretty different things. The WiFi password helps you to connect with the extender network on the other hand admin password is for accessing the interface. So, let’s learn how to change the mywifiext login password apply these steps:
Hope you have completed the Netgear EX6110 setup and enjoying the extended network of the extender in your home.
Dave Francis is a WiFi network expert and a technical writer dedicated to helping users optimize their home networks. He focuses on providing clear, actionable steps to help readers get the best service out of their devices. With the background in Information-Technology and passion for WiFi devices, he provides practical advice and solutions for setting up and managing Wi-Fi devices. He breaks down technical issues and offers simplified solutions through easy guides and tutorials.
