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Good connection. • Solid red. If your router's MAC filter, WiFi access control, or ACL is connected to your router and disable the MAC filter, WiFi access control, or ACL. To allow the WiFi device to receive an IP address from the extender and access the Internet, you enabled a WiFi MAC filter, WiFi access control, or access control list (ACL) on your router, when a WiFi device connects through the extender to your router, the MAC address of the WiFi device shown on the router is connected to your extender: • If you did not enable the One WiFi Name feature, enter ...
Good connection. • Solid red. If your router's MAC filter, WiFi access control, or ACL is connected to your router and disable the MAC filter, WiFi access control, or ACL. To allow the WiFi device to receive an IP address from the extender and access the Internet, you enabled a WiFi MAC filter, WiFi access control, or access control list (ACL) on your router, when a WiFi device connects through the extender to your router, the MAC address of the WiFi device shown on the router is connected to your extender: • If you did not enable the One WiFi Name feature, enter ...
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User Manual Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender Model EAX80 September 2019 202-11975-01 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA
User Manual Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender Model EAX80 September 2019 202-11975-01 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA
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.../. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. 2 NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. Trademarks ©NETGEAR, Inc. You can visit https://www.netgear.com/support/ to register your product, get help access the latest downloads and user manuals, and join our community. Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh...
.../. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. 2 NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. Trademarks ©NETGEAR, Inc. You can visit https://www.netgear.com/support/ to register your product, get help access the latest downloads and user manuals, and join our community. Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh...
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...and password 40 Turn password protection off and on 41 Recover a forgotten user name or password 42 Automatically adjust for daylight saving time 43 Manually set the extender clock 43 Back up and manage the extender configuration 44 Back up the configuration settings 45 Restore the configuration settings 47 ... Log in and reset the extender to factory settings 48 Update the extender firmware 49 Check for new firmware and update the extender 49 Manually upload firmware to the extender 50 Restart the extender from the extender web interface 52 Turn the LEDs On or Off 53 Adjust the...
...and password 40 Turn password protection off and on 41 Recover a forgotten user name or password 42 Automatically adjust for daylight saving time 43 Manually set the extender clock 43 Back up and manage the extender configuration 44 Back up the configuration settings 45 Restore the configuration settings 47 ... Log in and reset the extender to factory settings 48 Update the extender firmware 49 Check for new firmware and update the extender 49 Manually upload firmware to the extender 50 Restart the extender from the extender web interface 52 Turn the LEDs On or Off 53 Adjust the...
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This chapter covers the following topics: • Unpack Your Extender • LEDs • Back Panel • System Requirements • How the Extender Works Note: For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at support.netgear.com. 6 1 Overview The WiFi Range Extender boosts your existing network range and speed, delivering tri-band WiFi.
This chapter covers the following topics: • Unpack Your Extender • LEDs • Back Panel • System Requirements • How the Extender Works Note: For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at support.netgear.com. 6 1 Overview The WiFi Range Extender boosts your existing network range and speed, delivering tri-band WiFi.
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Extender package contents Overview 7 User Manual Figure 1. Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender Unpack Your Extender Your package contains an extender and power adapter.
Extender package contents Overview 7 User Manual Figure 1. Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender Unpack Your Extender Your package contains an extender and power adapter.
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... indicates the WiFi connection between the extender and the router. • Solid white. LED descriptions LED Power LED Description • Slow blinking white. Overview 8 User Manual The extender is corrupted. • Off. Best connection. • Solid amber. The extender is booting, or the extender is powered off. The extender is resetting...
... indicates the WiFi connection between the extender and the router. • Solid white. LED descriptions LED Power LED Description • Slow blinking white. Overview 8 User Manual The extender is corrupted. • Off. Best connection. • Solid amber. The extender is booting, or the extender is powered off. The extender is resetting...
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... being established. • Solid white. WPS LED • Blinking white. A WPS connection is operating. • Off. The extended network is operating. • Off. Overview 9 User Manual Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender Table 1. The extender's 2.4 GHz WiFi radio is enabled without WiFi security. No USB device is enabled with WiFi security...
... being established. • Solid white. WPS LED • Blinking white. A WPS connection is operating. • Off. The extended network is operating. • Off. Overview 9 User Manual Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender Table 1. The extender's 2.4 GHz WiFi radio is enabled without WiFi security. No USB device is enabled with WiFi security...
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... power connector. Press the Power On/Off button to provide power to the DC power connector. • Power On/Off button. Figure 3. Overview 10 User Manual
... power connector. Press the Power On/Off button to provide power to the DC power connector. • Power On/Off button. Figure 3. Overview 10 User Manual
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... need the following to install your extender: • 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac wireless router or gateway • Compatible web browser: - Overview 11 User Manual
... need the following to install your extender: • 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac wireless router or gateway • Compatible web browser: - Overview 11 User Manual
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...WiFi network. Connect to your router. If your router supportsWi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), use the extender's web browser setup, called the NETGEAR installation assistant. Note: WPS does not support WEP network security or a hidden SSID network. Connect with WPS. Proximity to light solid white...press the Power On/Off button on page 13. • Connect with the Nighthawk app Get Started 13 User Manual Place your extender in Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on page 16. • Connect with the Nighthawk app. and For more information, see Connect with...
...WiFi network. Connect to your router. If your router supportsWi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), use the extender's web browser setup, called the NETGEAR installation assistant. Note: WPS does not support WEP network security or a hidden SSID network. Connect with WPS. Proximity to light solid white...press the Power On/Off button on page 13. • Connect with the Nighthawk app Get Started 13 User Manual Place your extender in Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on page 16. • Connect with the Nighthawk app. and For more information, see Connect with...
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... WiFi signal. We recommend that the new location be within the range of what your extender and move it to your Get Started 14 User Manual Reconnect your mobile device, open the WiFi connection manager, then locate and connect to -router connection is optimal. 8. Use the Router Link LED to the...
... WiFi signal. We recommend that the new location be within the range of what your extender and move it to your Get Started 14 User Manual Reconnect your mobile device, open the WiFi connection manager, then locate and connect to -router connection is optimal. 8. Use the Router Link LED to the...
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... 1. Unplug your router WiFi network. 4. The extender must be about halfway between the router and extender is good. Get Started 15 User Manual Note: WPS does not support WEP network security or a hidden SSID network. Press the WPS button on the extender until the Router Link ... check the instructions or online help you choose a spot where the extender-to-router connection is hidden, follow the instructions in Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on your extender didn't connect to the router and try again. Note: If your router supports the 5 GHz band and your ...
... 1. Unplug your router WiFi network. 4. The extender must be about halfway between the router and extender is good. Get Started 15 User Manual Note: WPS does not support WEP network security or a hidden SSID network. Press the WPS button on the extender until the Router Link ... check the instructions or online help you choose a spot where the extender-to-router connection is hidden, follow the instructions in Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant on your extender didn't connect to the router and try again. Note: If your router supports the 5 GHz band and your ...
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...network name is enabled, which allows your extender to use the NETGEAR installation assistant to connect your extender to your WiFi-enabled computer ...-5G • New extended 2.4 GHz WiFi network name. Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant You can use the same WiFi network settings as your router for... 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz extended networks. To use the NETGEAR installation assistant to connect the extender to the router's 5 GHz WiFi..., your extender uses your computer or mobile device. To use the NETGEAR installation assistant, you must launch a web browser on your router's...
...network name is enabled, which allows your extender to use the NETGEAR installation assistant to connect your extender to your WiFi-enabled computer ...-5G • New extended 2.4 GHz WiFi network name. Connect With the NETGEAR Installation Assistant You can use the same WiFi network settings as your router for... 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz extended networks. To use the NETGEAR installation assistant to connect the extender to the router's 5 GHz WiFi..., your extender uses your computer or mobile device. To use the NETGEAR installation assistant, you must launch a web browser on your router's...
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.... 8. Extender in Access Point Mode You can use the extender as a WiFi access point, which creates a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. The NETGEAR installation assistant displays. 4. Enter http://www.mywifiext.net. We recommend that the new location be about halfway between your router and the area with a poor... doesn't light white, plug the extender into an outlet closer to your extender. 7. Figure 4. Use the Extender in access point mode Get Started 17 User Manual Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender 3.
.... 8. Extender in Access Point Mode You can use the extender as a WiFi access point, which creates a new WiFi hotspot by using a wired Ethernet connection. The NETGEAR installation assistant displays. 4. Enter http://www.mywifiext.net. We recommend that the new location be about halfway between your router and the area with a poor... doesn't light white, plug the extender into an outlet closer to your extender. 7. Figure 4. Use the Extender in access point mode Get Started 17 User Manual Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender 3.
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...the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your DSL or cable modem. The extender does not function as a router. Get Started 18 User Manual When your devices to the new extender network using a WiFi or Ethernet connection: • WiFi. Note: Do not connect your extender directly... WiFi Name feature, your modem router or router. 4. Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender using a WiFi or WPS connection. The NETGEAR installation assistant displays. 5. On your router to an Ethernet port on the side of the extender. 3. Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender...
...the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your DSL or cable modem. The extender does not function as a router. Get Started 18 User Manual When your devices to the new extender network using a WiFi or Ethernet connection: • WiFi. Note: Do not connect your extender directly... WiFi Name feature, your modem router or router. 4. Connect a computer or mobile device to the extender using a WiFi or WPS connection. The NETGEAR installation assistant displays. 5. On your router to an Ethernet port on the side of the extender. 3. Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender...
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Find and select your extender's WiFi network name (SSID) and enter your area. 2. This is connected to your router's SSID and password. If you enabled the One WiFi Name feature, enter one of the browser. • If you enabled the One WiFi Name feature, use WPS. Some older equipment cannot use your extender network. 2. To log in to the extender: 1. Log in to your WPS-enabled device, the WPS LED lights solid white. http:// On your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, open the WiFi connection manager that you can log in to the extender to your extender: • If ...
Find and select your extender's WiFi network name (SSID) and enter your area. 2. This is connected to your router's SSID and password. If you enabled the One WiFi Name feature, enter one of the browser. • If you enabled the One WiFi Name feature, use WPS. Some older equipment cannot use your extender network. 2. To log in to the extender: 1. Log in to your WPS-enabled device, the WPS LED lights solid white. http:// On your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, open the WiFi connection manager that you can log in to the extender to your extender: • If ...
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Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender Run Smart Setup Installation You can use Smart Setup to change the extender WiFi network name (SSID) or WiFi password. To run Smart Setup: 1. Windows-based computers. Mac computers and iOS devices. Android devices. Log in the address field of the browser. • If you did not enable the One WiFi Name feature, enter www.mywifiext.net in to change the extender settings. http://mywifiext. local - Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is an easy way to connect the extender to a different router or to your extender ...
Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender Run Smart Setup Installation You can use Smart Setup to change the extender WiFi network name (SSID) or WiFi password. To run Smart Setup: 1. Windows-based computers. Mac computers and iOS devices. Android devices. Log in the address field of the browser. • If you did not enable the One WiFi Name feature, enter www.mywifiext.net in to change the extender settings. http://mywifiext. local - Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is an easy way to connect the extender to a different router or to your extender ...
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MyWiFiExample-5G Note: If you cannot enable the Smart Connect feature. Windows-based computers. Android devices. The following URLs: - MyWiFiExample-5G • Extended 2.4 GHz WiFi network name. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your extender: • If you did not enable the One WiFi Name feature, enter http://mywifiext.local/ in to use different network names, you enable the One WiFi Name feaure and your WiFi network names might look like if One WiFi Name is an example of what your router's 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks use ...
MyWiFiExample-5G Note: If you cannot enable the Smart Connect feature. Windows-based computers. Android devices. The following URLs: - MyWiFiExample-5G • Extended 2.4 GHz WiFi network name. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your extender: • If you did not enable the One WiFi Name feature, enter http://mywifiext.local/ in to use different network names, you enable the One WiFi Name feaure and your WiFi network names might look like if One WiFi Name is an example of what your router's 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks use ...
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The WiFi Settings page displays. 6. Your settings are saved. You can set a new SSID and password for your WiFi devices to connect to your extender network. 2. Log in to . Windows-based computers. Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender 5. Click the SAVE button. Enable or disable smart connect The Smart Connect feature selects the fastest WiFi band for the extender's 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks in the address field of the following URLs: - Mac computers, iOS devices, and Linux devices. Go to the Status page and click the SMART SETUP button to your extender: ...
The WiFi Settings page displays. 6. Your settings are saved. You can set a new SSID and password for your WiFi devices to connect to your extender network. 2. Log in to . Windows-based computers. Nighthawk AX8 8-Stream WiFi 6 Mesh Extender 5. Click the SAVE button. Enable or disable smart connect The Smart Connect feature selects the fastest WiFi band for the extender's 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks in the address field of the following URLs: - Mac computers, iOS devices, and Linux devices. Go to the Status page and click the SMART SETUP button to your extender: ...