#Netgear genie repeater setup install#

Select your main wireless router SSID and click Continue.Note: You can always access the Wi-Fi Booster settings by visiting or 192.168.1.250 . You must be connected to the Wi-Fi Booster/extended network for the setup guide to appear. Open a web browser window from the same wireless device, and the browser will take you directly to the on-screen setup guide.Next, you need to connect the Wi-Fi Booster to your existing Wi-Fi network. Tip: You can use any wireless network manager utility on a laptop, tablet, or smartphone to find and connect to the Wi-Fi Booster wireless network.Īfter the connection with the wireless device is established, the WiFi Device to Booster LED turns green. Once the Wi-Fi Booster is powered on and the Status LED is green, use a wireless network manager on a computer to find and connect to NETGEAR_EXT (SSID) wireless network.The WiFi Device to Booster light will turn on once a wireless device is connected to the WN1000RP.Once the connection between WN1000RP and the main wireless router is established, Link Rate will illuminate.Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your wireless router.Wait for the Status light to illuminate green.Turn on the WN1000RP by pressing the Power On/Off button on the side panel.If not, please use the browser setup method. Note : C heck with your router manufacturer to ensure WPS is supported. They can be moved to their required locations once setup is complete. Note: It is recommended that you put the WN1000RP, wireless computer, and wireless router in the same room during the initial setup to avoid wireless interference. You can use the WPS method or the web browser setup guide.

#Netgear genie repeater setup install#

There are 2 ways to install your WN1000RP. This device helps to eliminate dead spots and will work with your existing Wi-Fi devices. The WN1000RP is a wireless repeater that is used to boost your existing Wi-Fi coverage.