Fixed: Netgear Extender Not Connecting to Apple Airport Extreme


Netgear extender not connecting to Apple Airport Extreme after pressing WPS? Worry not! This post includes various workarounds to fix the issue within minutes. Read on.
Why Does Your Extender Connect to Airport Extreme?
On the Apple Airport Extreme router setup interface, you will see 'Add WPS printer' option. Click on this option will transmit a username to the range extender together with a passphrase. Apple developed this feature just to connect the printers. This feature doesn't help you in connecting your Netgear WiFi range extender using the WPS button.
While connecting your Netgear extender to Apple Airport Extreme router, if you see no LED light on the screen, then consider the following steps to remove this issue.
Manually Set up Netgear Extender With Airport Router
Here's a step-by-step guide for Netgear WiFi extender manual setup for Apple Airport Extreme router:
Step-1:
Take an Ethernet cable which came inside the packaging of your WiFi range extender. Insert one end of the cable to your Netgear extender while another into the Apple Airport router.
Disconnect all cable connections with other devices once the connection between your extender and router has been established successfully.
Step-2:
Now, turn on your Mac. Open the network list displayed on the screen. Connect to a high-speed WiFi network.
On the off chance if your network is protected, you will need to enter the passphrase to get access to it. It is recommended you that don't use any neighboring network to connect.

Step-3:
As soon as your Mac gets connected to a WiFi network, launch a web browser of your choice. It can be Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Explorer, or Safari.
Step-4:
In the address bar of your browser, enter mywifiext local web address and click on the Go button.
Step-5:
Doing so will redirect you to the Netgear login page for your WiFi range extender. It will ask you for username and password.
Step-6:
Fill in the asked credentials and hit Log In.
Step-7:
After successfully logged in, the Netgear genie smart setup wizard will appear on the screen displaying different fields. Here, you just need to follow the below-given steps:
  • Click on the Next button.
  • Choose your current location.
  • Select the WiFi network you desire to extend.
  • Enter the passphrase of your network.
  • A new window will prompt which lets your extender transmit the same Service Set Identifier or SSID.
  • Clicking on the Customized button will allow you to modify the extender's settings as per your preferences.
  • Set a new name for your Netgear range extender's WiFi network.
  • Hit Next.
  • Finally, click on the Finish button to complete the Netgear extender setup process for Apple Airport Extreme router.
How do I Know My Extender Has Been Set up?
Firstly, check the LED lights on your Netgear WiFi range extender. All the LEDs should be visible in green color.
Secondly, verify the status of your wireless connection. It should display 'Connected'. Here, you can also see the signal strength.
Wrap Up
We hope that the aforementioned steps have helped you connect your Netgear extender to Apple Airport Extreme router in a hassle-free manner. If the issue persists, feel free to get in touch with highly-experienced technicians for immediate help.

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