Netgear AC1200 Extender Setup: Manual Method

Netgear AC1200 Setup Wifi extender, firstly plug the extender and power it on.

NOTE: For the AC1200 new extender setup kindly place the extender 2-3 feet away from the main router.

Netgear AC1200 Setup Instruction: ( W.P.S )

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Netgear AC1200 | Firmware Upgrade

To check any New firmware of Netgear AC1200, a user needs to log in to the settings page of the extender. Here are the step by step manuals for how to log in to the Mywifiext Setup page:

From the above-given instruction, you can check and update the latest firmware of your Netgear Ac1200 wifi range extender. Moreover whenever if there is any new firmware rolled out, Netgear itself send you an email from which you can download the latest firmware on your Netgear Extender Setup  If you’re facing any problem updating the firmware of your device or if you are unable to set up your Netgear Ac1200 wifi range extender. Our experts are working round the clock regarding any queries or complaints regarding the wireless booster.

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If you face any problem while installing your Netgear range extender, feel free to get in touch with our certified expert. Our expert are working 24/7 to give you support regarding the wireless repeater.

Netgear AC1200 WIFI Range Extender

Providing one of the fastest speeds and a fixed and good Internet connection with 1200 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, 880MHz processor, and synchronic dual band. It will also give delay-free various HD video streaming and multi-player gaming for up till 20 devices and twelve hundred square foot coverage.

Simultaneous dual band will consist of two frequency bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks which reduces WIFI intervention and enlarges bandwidth.

Compatible with the present and upcoming WIFI router or modem.

How do I set up my Netgear AC1200?

The two methods to set up the Netgear AC1200. The first one will be by the use of installation assistant and second one is using the WPS.

Netgear AC1200 Setup using NETGEAR Installation Assistant:

  1. To install Netgear AC1200, get a PC or mobile device.
  2. Make sure to plug the EX6120 near to the main router or modem.
  3. Once you have the solid green light on the WIFI repeater.
  4. Now go to the WIFI connection manager on your laptop or cellphone and look for the “NETGEAR_Ext” network.
  5. Connect your device with AC1200 and open a web browser.
  6. Now go on mywifiext.net . The NETGEAR installation assistant will be shown.
  7. Follow all the prompts to install your Netgear EX6120 to the existing WIFI network.
  8. Once the AC1200 setup is completed. Unplug the repeater and place it where you have a weak Wi-Fi signal.

How to install Netgear AC1200?

Netgear AC1200 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) allows us to connect with a secure WIFI network with no need to type in the network name or the password.

Important: WPS will not support the WEP network safety.

  1. Click on the Netgear EX6120 WPS button on your extender till you see the WPS LED blinking.
  2. In under two minutes, tap on the WPS button on the router or access point.
  3. Do not unplug or power off the booster while the WPS setup led light is blinking.
  4. If the connection is successful between your router and AC1200 extender, you will see the power, router and WPS led all lit up solid green.
  5. Unplug the extender now and put it to another location with a very weak WIFI signal.
  6. Now go on the PC or mobile device, look up for EXT network and connect with it.

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