A WiFi extender can be connected to the WiFi network of a router so that the entire house can have a blazing-fast internet access. This blog will reveal instructions to connect a router to WiFi extender. For easy understanding, we have taken the example of a Netgear extender which is a universal WiFi extender and Virgin media router. So, let’s start how to connect WiFi extender to Virgin media router.
Steps to Connect WiFi Extender to Virgin Media Router
The process has been divided into three parts which involves performing Netgear WiFi extender factory reset, accessing its web GUI, and finalizing the connection with the Virgin Media router. Before you kick start the process, write down the WiFi password of the router/hub. You’ll need it during connection.
Also, be sure that your Virgin hub is not working in the Modem mode. Otherwise, you will have to set up the extender in the AP mode.
Reset the Netgear Extender
First of all, grab a sharp/pointed object and press the Reset button located on the back or side panel of your range extender. Keep the button pressed for 7-10 seconds and release it. This will reset the extender. This means the WiFi extender is ready for the connection with the Virgin media router.
Access the Netgear Extender Local GUI
Now, you need to place the extender in the same room as the Virgin Media router and switch it on. Prior to that, restart the router. Then, switch on your computer and connect it to the Netgear_EXT network. Thence, load an internet browser. Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari, etc. are the recommended browsers.
Into the URL field, type mywifiext.net and press the Enter key. A page containing T&C of using the WiFi extender will appear. After accepting them, you will be asked to choose whether the extender will be installed in the Extender Mode or the AP Mode. Choose the former to proceed.
Connect WiFi Extender to Virgin Media Hub
The next screen will start scanning for the WiFi networks available in the range of the Netgear extender. There, you need to locate the Virgin router WiFi network and click on it. When the screen asks for the WiFi password, enter the password that you noted down before starting the process.
Once done, the local GUI or the Status page of the Netgear extender will guide with the further setup process. Thus, follow the instructions appearing on the Netgear Installation assistant for a successful connection and setup.
Note: You can connect WiFi extender to a Virgin Media router/hub using the WPS method too. Know that some Virgin routers lack the WPS button. Therefore, you will have to access the web GUI of the router to enable the WPS function. After that, you can press the extender’s WPS button to complete the connection.
In Conclusion
It was not very difficult to connect WiFi extender to Virgin Media router. We hope that after walking through the steps given in the write-up, the setup and connection will become easy for you. However, if you have a WiFi range extender from another brand, ensure that your PC is connected to its default WiFi network only. Also, be sure that you are using the correct web address or IP address to reach the local GUI of the extender for the connection.