How to Use a Netgear EX2700 N300 WiFi Repeater

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn:

• How to use your Netgear Range Extender.

2. How to Set up Your Netgear EX2700 N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender

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4. Retrieve Wi-Fi Credentials

Make sure your device is connected to your Range Extender via its Wi-Fi network, or physically using an ethernet cable before continuing.

1. Open your preferred web browser.
   

1. In the address bar at the top, enter www.mywifiext.net and press Enter or Return.
   

1. Enter the Email Address and password you set for your range extender, and select Log In.
   

1. Select Status on the left.
   

1. On the right, scroll down to the Access Point Wireless Settings (2.4GHz) and Access Point Wireless Settings (5GHz) sections. The Network Name, also called the SSID, is listed, and the password is listed just below.
   

5. Connect to Network (Android)

Depending on your exact device (Smartphone or Tablet), and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be similar across all Android devices and generations.

1. Open Settings.
   

1. Select Wi-Fi.
   

1. Select your extended network from the list.
   

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2. If you're asked for a password, it's the one you just setup on your range extender.

6. Connect to Network (iOS)

Depending on your exact device (Smartphone or Tablet), and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be similar across all Apple iOS devices and generations.

1. Open Settings.
   

1. Select Wi-Fi.
   

1. Select the extended network you just setup from the list.
   

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2. If you're asked for a password, it's the one you just setup on your range extender.

7. Connect to Network (Windows 10)

Windows 10 may show slightly different options, but the steps should be similar across all versions of Windows 10.

1. Select the Network icon in the bottom right.
   

1. Select the the network name you setup during the extender setup.
   

1. Select Connect.
   

If you're asked for a password, it's the one you just setup on your range extender.

8. Connect to Network (macOS)

macOS may show slightly different options, but the steps should be similar across all versions and themes on macOS.

1. Select Wi-Fi from the menu bar, then select the extended network you just setup.
   

If you're asked for a password, it's the one you just setup on your range extender.

9. Status Lights

There are four status lights for your range extender.

Power Light

Green

The range extender is powered on.

Amber

The range extender is booting.

Off

The range extender is powered off.

WPS

Green

Wi-Fi security is enabled (WPA or WPA2).

Blinking Green

A WPS connection is being established.

Off

Wi-Fi security is not enabled.

Router Link

Each Ethernet port on the back of your Range Extender has a small light.

Green Router Link

The range extender has an optimal connection to your router.

Amber Router Link

The range extender has a good connection to your router.

Red Router Link

The range extender has a weak connection to your router. It should be placed closer to your router.

Router Link Off

The range extender does not have a connection to your router.

Device Link

Green Device Link

The range extender has an optimal connection to your device.

Amber Device Link

The range extender has a good connection to your device.

Red Device Link

The range extender has a weak connection to your device. It should be placed closer to your range extender.

Device Link Off

The range extender does not have a connection to any devices.

10. Check Network Status

You can check the status of your range extender in two ways:

• On the device itself,
• On a computer.

The type and amount of network related information that you get depends on which method you use.

On Your Range Extender

1. Locate the network status indicators near the front of the range extender.
   

1. Check the Router Link (1) and Device Link (2) indicators on the front of the range extender:
   Router Link Indicator (1)
2. Green Router Link

1. The range extender has an optimal connection to your router.
2. Amber Router Link

1. The range extender has a good connection to your router.
2. Red Router Link

1. The range extender has a weak connection to your router. It should be placed closer to your router.
2. Router Link Off

1. The range extender does not have a connection to your router.
2. Device Link Indicator (2)
3. Green Device Link

1. The range extender has an optimal connection to your device.
2. Amber Device Link

1. The range extender has a good connection to your device.
2. Red Device Link

1. The range extender has a weak connection to your device. It should be placed closer to your range extender.
2. Device Link Off

1. The range extender does not have a connection to any devices.

On Your Computer

1. Launch the browser that you use to go online.
   

1. Navigate to the following address: http://www.mywifiext.net
   

1. Enter the password when requested.
   

1. The Network Map tab will display the range extender's connection to the router and connection to your devices.
   

11. Location

Finding the most optimal location for your Range Extender in your home is important for both maximizing your signal range and wireless coverage. Your Range Extender has a spot finder during the setup process to help you locate the best location for your device.

You can move your Range Extender from outlet to outlet using the spot finder as a guide for selecting locations that will provide the best wireless performance in your home.

You can also look at the light on the front of the range extender to get a quick at-a-glance idea if it is currently positioned well:

Router Link Indicator (1)

Green Router Link

The range extender has an optimal connection to your router.

Amber Router Link

The range extender has a good connection to your router.

Red Router Link

The range extender has a weak connection to your router. It should be placed closer to your router.

Router Link Off

The range extender does not have a connection to your router.

Device Link Indicator (2)

Green Device Link

The range extender has an optimal connection to your device.

Amber Device Link

The range extender has a good connection to your device.

Red Device Link

The range extender has a weak connection to your device. It should be placed closer to your range extender.

Device Link Off

The range extender does not have a connection to any devices.

In general, you want your Range Extender at least six feet away from your router. At most, you want it half-way between where your router is, and where you want the signal to reach. Finding and testing multiple locations may be necessary if wireless interference is a factor within your home.