Use The Extender In Extender Mode; Place The Extender And Apply Power; Connect To An Existing Wifi Network - NETGEAR EX7300 User Manual

Use the Extender in Extender Mode

The extender repeats signals from an existing WiFi router or access point. Place the
extender, apply power, and connect the extender to your WiFi network.
Note: You can also use the extender as a WiFi access point and create a
new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. See
Extender in Access Point Mode

Place the Extender and Apply Power

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To place the extender and apply power:
1. Set the Access Point/Extender switch
2. Place your extender in the same room as your WiFi router.
Proximity to the WiFi router is required only during the initial setup process.
3. Plug the extender into an electrical outlet.
4. Wait for the Power LED
If the Power LED does not light, press the Power On/Off button on the extender.

Connect to an Existing WiFi Network

To extend the range of your WiFi network, you must connect the extender to your existing
WiFi network. You can do this in one of two ways:
• Connect with WPS. For more information, see
• Connect with web browser setup. For more information, see
NETGEAR Installation Assistant
Connect With WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) lets you join a secure WiFi network without typing the network
name and password.
Note: WPS does not support WEP network security. If you are using WEP
security, follow the instructions in
Installation Assistant
Nighthawk X4 AC2200 WiFi Range Extender
on page 15.
to light green.
on page 12.
Connect With the NETGEAR
on page 12.
Get Started
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to the Extender position.
Connect With WPS on page 10.
Connect With the
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