Netgear EX7700 Wifi range Extender is a powerful WiFi range extender that is designed to boost the existing wireless network coverage and eliminate dead zones. Netgear EX7700 Setup is a simple process that can be done in just a few minutes.This blog will go over the Netgear EX7700 Setup process.
Here are some easy and short steps for your Netgear EX7700 setup:
- First, unbox your Netgear EX7700 extender and plug it into a power outlet near your Wi-Fi router.
- Use an Ethernet cable to connect the extender to your Wi-Fi router.
- A solid green light will first appear on the extender’s power LED.
- Connect your computer or mobile device to the extender’s Wi-Fi network, which will be named “NETGEAR_EXT”.
- Open a web browser on your device and go to the Netgear Genie setup page by typing “mywifiext.net” or 192.168.1.250 in the address bar.
- You will need to create a new account or log in to your existing Netgear account.
- Once the extender is connected, you will see a message confirming the setup is complete.
- Now, you can move the extender to a location where you need a better Wi-Fi signal.
That’s it! Your Netgear EX7700 extender is now set up and ready to use.
How To Set up Netgear EX7700 via mywifiext.net?
Netgear EX7700 Setup via mywifiext.net, follow these steps:
- Make sure your Netgear EX7700 extender is powered on and in the same room as your Wi-Fi router.
- Open a web browser on your device and go to the Netgear Genie setup page by typing www mywifi net” in the address bar.
- If you are setting up your extender for the first time, you will be prompted to create a new account.
- Once you have created an account or logged in, you will see the Netgear Genie dashboard.
- On the dashboard, select “New Extender Setup”.
- To finish the setup, follow the on-screen directions. You will need to select your Wi-Fi network and enter your Wi-Fi network password when prompted.
- You will get a notification indicating that the configuration is finished after the extender is linked to your Wi-Fi network.
- You can now move your Netgear EX7700 extender to a location where you need a better Wi-Fi signal.
That’s it! You have now set up your Netgear EX7700 via mywifiext.net.
Netgear EX7700 Setup With WPS Method
Here are the steps for Netgear EX7700 Setup with WPS Method:
- Make sure your Netgear EX7700 extender is powered on and in the same room as your Wi-Fi router.
- Locate the WPS button on your Wi-Fi router. It may be labeled as “WPS” or have a symbol that looks like two arrows in a circle.
- Press and hold the WPS button on your Wi-Fi router for two seconds.
- Press the WPS button on your Netgear EX7700 extender within two minutes.
- Wait for the WPS LED on the extension to turn solid green.
- The extender is connected to your Wi-Fi network when the WPS LED on the extender goes solid green.
- Move your Netgear EX7700 extender to a location where you need a better Wi-Fi signal.
You have now set up your Netgear EX7700 extender using the WPS method. Note that this method may not work for all Wi-Fi routers, and you may need to use the mywifiext.net setup method if the WPS method does not work.
How Do I Update Netgear EX7700 Extender Firmware?
To update the firmware on your Netgear EX7700 extender, follow these steps:
- Connect your computer or mobile device to the extender’s Wi-Fi network, which will be named “NETGEAR_EXT”.
- Enter “mywifiext.net” in the address bar of the web browser that is now open on your device to access the Netgear Genie setup page.
- Log in to your Netgear account or create a new account if you haven’t already.
- If there is a firmware update available for your extender, you will see a message on the dashboard. Click on the message to start the firmware update process.
- Follow the steps displayed on the screen to complete the firmware upgrade.
- The extender will automatically download and install the latest firmware.
- Wait for the firmware update to complete. This may take several minutes.
- Once the firmware update is complete, the extender will automatically restart.
- Reconnect your computer or mobile device to the extender’s Wi-Fi network.
You have now updated the firmware on your Netgear EX7700 extender. It’s important to keep your extender’s firmware up-to-date to ensure optimal performance and security.