If multiple IPs displaying in network list on your Netgear extender then it may be due to many common network circumstances. Here, we are discussing some of the main potential reasons for this occurrence and solutions to help you manage them:
Diagnosis and Fixes
These are some reasons, and solutions to the problem.
Multiple Devices Connected
Diagnosis: If each device is connected to your extender’s WiFi network, such as phones, computers, smart TVs, and CCTV cameras etc. receives a unique IP address. In short, we can say that every device will display an individual IP address.
Fixes: In that case, check the device list in your Netgear settings by visiting mywifiext.net to confirm each IP address is related to a device you recognize. And if you found any unknown devices, it may indicate an uninvited user on your network.
Using a WiFi Extender or Secondary Router
Diagnosis: If you are using a WiFi extender, mesh system or secondary router then there are chances that it may create additional IP addresses for devices moving between these access points.
Fixes: Ensure that all network devices are set to operate under the network name netgear_ext. And it configured correctly within the same subnet to avoid IP duplication.
Firmware Issues
Diagnosis: Sometimes, a bug in the extender firmware can lead to inaccurate IP address listings, such as duplicate or ghost IPs.
Fixes: Ensure your extender firmware is up-to-date. You can also check for firmware updates through the MyNetgear or Nighthawk app.
Reset Your Extender
Diagnosis: In such cases, when multiple IP addresses is displaying on network list then the last option is to reset the extender. So, it will set back to its default IP address.
Fixes: Now, it might raise a question that how to reset the extender? All you have to do is simply press the reset button, which is located on the bottom of your extender. Press that button and hold it for 10 seconds. Now, wait for the extender to be fully restart and after that your extender is set to factory default settings, which means IP address is also set to default i.e. 192.168.1.250.
After the reset you need to configure your Netgear extender again. And by following these solutions your extender will set back to default and single IP address.
Conclusion
In short, we can say that multiple IPs displaying in network list on your extender is usually a normal occurrence which is connected to various devices or network setup features. We have shared some of the main reasons and fixes, to resolve and overcome the issue.