Is your Netgear extender not working as expected? Tried every basic troubleshooting tip but nothing worked? Well, in such a case, you are left with no other option than a factory reset. Don't know how to reset Netgear extender? Gotcha!

Here, we will make you aware of the complete process to factory reset a Netgear extender. Scroll down to read more.

When to Reset Your Netgear Extender?

A factory reset wipes out all personalized settings such as username, network name, and security settings. Resetting will also reset Netgear extender password.

So, it's recommended to perform Netgear extender factory reset after taking a backup of all customized settings of your device. Doing so will make the reconfiguration process a bit easier for you.

There is a need to restore the default factory settings of your Netgear extender if:

Netgear Extender Reset

There are two ways to reset Netgear WiFi range extender: using the Reset button and via the web GUI. Let's discuss both the extender reset methods in detail.

1. Using the Reset Button

Here's how to reset Netgear WiFi extender using the Reset button:

Step-1: Find Factory Reset Button
  • To avoid accidental reset, this button is deeply buried into a factory reset hole. It can either be of silver, red, or black color.
  • Locate the button on the bottom or back side of your extender.
Step-2: Press the Reset Button
  • As soon as you find the Reset button, take a paper clip-like tool to press it.
  • Given that the button is quite delicate and can break easily, so don't put much pressure while pressing the Reset button.
Step-3: Wait for the Extender to Finish Resetting
  • Let the extender restore its default factory settings.
  • Do not interrupt the factory reset process.
Once you see four green lights on your Netgear extender, it means the extender has reset to its default factory settings. Now, you need to reconfigure your WiFi range extender.

2. Reset via the Web User Interface

In order to soft reset your Netgear range extender, walk through the instructions given below:
Step-1: Turn on Your Extender
  • First and foremost, connect your Netgear extender to a power source.
  • Let the extender turn on properly.
Step-2: Connect the Extender
  • Make a wired connection between your Netgear range extender and router. For this, you can make use of an Ethernet cable.
  • Keep in mind that the cable must not be damaged or broken.
Step-3: Log in to Your Netgear Extender
  • On your PC, launch an internet browser of your choice.
  • Enter mywifiext.net in the address field.
  • Hit the Enter key.
  • The login window will appear.
  • Enter the username and password into the provided fields.
  • Once done, click on the Log In button.
Step-4: Reset Netgear Extender
  • After logging in, you will be redirected to the Netgear extender dashboard.
  • Here, click on the Factory Reset button.
  • Hit Yes when a notification prompt for confirmation.
  • Wait until the Netgear extender finishes the factory resetting process.
Note: Don't turn off your extender while the resetting process is going on.
Done! Your Netgear extender's settings have been reset to their default values. Now, you can make the setting changes as per your preferences.

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