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Netgear WN1000RP Setup

The goal of the Netgear WN1000RP setup is to increase the home’s current network range. By strengthening and improving the signal quality over extended distances, the Netgear WiFi booster extends the WiFi’s range. It functions as a bridge between the router and the accessing devices that are positioned outside of the router’s range by duplicating the signal from the host router. You’ve come to the right place if you’re seeking instructions on how to install the Netgear WN1000RP WiFi booster at your house. This very webpage has all the information you could possibly need to install it.

Netgear WN1000RP setup

How Netgear WN1000RP Setup Works?

When to Do Netgear WN1000RP Setup?

Find out what the Netgear WN1000RP will do when you have set it up at home using the mywifiext setup panel. There are two primary tasks for the WiFi booster:

  • It makes use of the current WiFi network. A wireless link between the router and the booster can be made to do this. It functions as a network client when it establishes a connection to the active router network. The booster is now connecting to the router’s network in the same way that a computer does so from the access point or router.
  • For other devices, the WiFi booster serves as an access point. This indicates that additional devices can now connect to its own WiFi network. 

In this way, it functions as a bridge connecting the accessing devices and the network equipment.

Netgear advises against installing a WiFi booster unless your current home network is inadequate or weak. Consider purchasing a WiFi booster if there are regions of your house that are WiFi dead zones, have very little or no network coverage, and you desperately need to access the network in these locations.

We’ll cover how to set up a Netgear WN1000RP at your house now that you have a sufficient understanding of how a Netgear WiFi booster operates and why you need one.

Note: If you need any assistance regarding your Netgear wifi extender, get in touch with us via the chat button you see on the bottom right corner of this page.

How to Do Netgear WN1000RP Setup?

The Netgear WN1000RP booster may be set up in three simple steps:

  • Place Netgear WiFi booster
  • Apply power to it
  • Connect it to the existing home network

Let’s see if we can help you complete this task quickly.

Step 1: Place Netgear WN1000RP Booster

Unpack your brand-new Netgear WN1000RP WiFi booster first. After that, put it in the same room as the host router. You can move your Netgear booster to a new area where you want to strengthen the network after the configuration is finished.

Step 2: Apply Power to WN1000RP

Put your Netgear WiFi booster into an outlet that is currently in use. Turn the power button on by pressing it. The status light ought to become green.

Step 3: Connect to WiFi Network

Now is the time to extend the range of your WiFi booster by connecting it to the current WiFi network. There are two methods you can do this:

  • Set up with WPS 
  • Use Netgear Genie smart setup wizard

 

Netgear WN1000RP Setup via WPS

Without entering a username or password, you can finish the setup process with the aid of WPS or WiFi-protected setup. All you need to do is press the WPS button that is on your device. The Netgear WN1000RP setup process utilizing the WPS button is as follows:

  • After making sure all the devices are fully charged, find the WPS button on the Netgear WN1000RP booster.
  • Hit the button.
  • In a similar manner, now find and hit the WPS button on the router.

And that’s it! The configuration of the Netgear WN1000RP WiFi booster is finished. WEP network security is not supported by the WPS protocol. Therefore, use the following procedure to configure your Netgear WiFi booster if you are utilizing WEP security.

Netgear WN1000RP Setup via Netgear Genie

It’s time to learn how to set up the Netgear WN1000RP using the second approach. In this case, the Netgear Genie smart setup procedure can be accessed via the mywifiext.local web address.

  • Now turn on your laptop or computer.
  • Open a web browser right now.
  • Enter the login web address exactly, without any typos, in the browser’s URL bar.
  • Pressing the Enter key will take you to the login page for Netgear booster.
  • You will notice two boxes on this page where you can enter your password and default login username. To find out the default admin credentials, consult the user handbook.
  • In order to access the Netgear Genie smart setup process, click the Login option. 
  • The rest of the work can be completed by following the on-screen instructions.

For your knowledge, the Netgear Genie smart setup wizard can also be accessed using the default IP address, 192.168.1.250. You can relocate the Netgear WN1000RP now that the setup procedure is complete. Thus, disconnect it from this location and locate a wall outlet close to the desired extra network point. Plug it in there. You can now use any device to access the enhanced network.



How do I login my Netgear WN1000RP extender?

How do I update my NETGEAR WN1000RP firmware?

  • Connect your device to the Netgear WN1000RP‘s WiFi network.
  • Access mywifiext.net setup by opening a web computer.
  • Enter the default username and password (usually “admin” and “password”).
  • Click Log In.
  • Access the settings through the web interface.
  • Make any necessary changes and save them.

 

  • Connect to the Netgear WN1000RP’s network.
  • Access mywifiext.net setup by opening a web computer.
  • Log in with your username and password.
  • Go to the Settings tab.
  • Select Firmware Update.
  • Click Check for updates.
  • If an update is available, click Update.
  • Wait for the process to complete and reboot the extender.

 

How to reset Netgear WN1000RP?

  • Locate the reset button on the Netgear WN1000RP.
  • Press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds.
  • When you see the LED lights blinking, release the button.
  • Wait for the extender to reboot.
  • Reconnect to the default network to reconfigure.