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Having trouble with your Wi-Fi connection? Say goodbye to weak signals and hello to uninterrupted browsing with the new wireless N Wi-Fi repeater. This incredible device extends your Wi-Fi signals to areas like your workshop, swimming pool, garage, and more. No more losing connection when you step outside your room with your laptop or cell phone. In this article, we will guide you through the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater setup using 192.168.10.1 and WPS.

Configure Wireless N Repeater via Web GUI

  • Begin by plugging in the extender to an electrical outlet. The power light will turn green and the Wi-Fi light will start blinking.
  • Connect the repeater to your computer or cell phone either through Wi-Fi or via an Ethernet cable.
  • For Wi-Fi, go to the Wi-Fi list on your laptop or cell phone and look for the “Wireless N” network name. Connect to it.
  • For an Ethernet connection, connect the Ethernet cable from the extender to your computer/laptop.
  • Once the extender is connected to your device, open any browser and enter 192.168.10.1 in the address bar.
  • You will see the login page. The default username and password for the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater is “admin”.
  • After logging in, select either Ap mode or repeater mode under the wizard option on the next screen.
  • The device will scan and display a list of available Wi-Fi network names. Select your router’s Wi-Fi name.
  • Enter the password and complete the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater setup.
  • Apply the settings, which will take around 60 seconds. Connect your devices to the “_EXT” network in your Wi-Fi list.

Setup Wireless N Repeater via WPS

  • Ensure that both the extender and router are within the same room or within a range of 5-10 feet.
  • Plug in the extender to the wall outlet and wait for the power light to stabilize.
  • Press the WPS button on your router (located either on the back or front, depending on the model).
  • Within two minutes, press the WPS button on the extender. Both devices will have blinking WPS lights.
  • The wireless N repeater configuration via WPS usually takes 15-20 seconds.
  • Once successful, the WPS LED on the extender will turn solid, and you will see a new network name in your Wi-Fi list.
  • You can choose to keep the same Wi-Fi name as your router or customize it. The password will be the same as your router’s.
  • You can download the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater manual by clicking here.

What if I Forget the Username for My Wireless-N Wi-Fi Repeater?

The default username and password for this Wi-Fi booster is “admin”. Remember to type it all in lowercase. If you can’t remember it, check the back of the repeater for a sticker with the username/password. If that doesn’t work, try the one you set during the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater setup.

If none of the above methods work, you can reset the extender. Be cautious as this will erase all data and previously saved settings. You will need to set up the repeater again either through the browser or WPS function.

Before logging into the repeater’s user interface, consider if there is a need to do so. For example, if you want to change the repeater’s SSID, password, channels, etc.

Follow the steps below if you forget the username of the Internet Booster:

  1. Reset the username if you forgot it for the wireless-N Wi-Fi repeater:

    • To reset it, access the wireless-N repeater admin page using http://192.168.10.1. Make sure your device is connected to the “Wireless-N” network.
    • Once you reach the login page, assume the username and password fields are prefilled. If the IP address doesn’t work, find your repeater’s IP address and type it in the URL.
    • Access the admin page and click on “forget username” if available. Otherwise, proceed to the next step.
    • Go to settings > administration > username > change.
    • Enter the new username for your wireless-N repeater admin name.
    • Save the changes and use the new username to access your device’s admin page.

  2. The second method:

    • Plug the repeater into an electrical outlet and wait for the power LED to stabilize (usually 60 seconds).
    • If your repeater has a reset hole, press it with a paper clip for around 10-15 seconds while the repeater is plugged in.
    • If there is a reset button, press and hold it for around 10-15 seconds to reset the wireless N repeater.
    • If neither of these options is available, find the WPS button on the repeater and press and hold it for around 15 seconds.
    • After the reset, set up the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater again from scratch and choose a new username.

How to Log in to Wireless N Repeater with My Username and Password

To log in to your wireless N repeater with a username and password, you need to know its IP address. The default IP address, 192.168.10.1, might not work if your device is already set up. If DHCP is enabled, the router assigns a new IP to the repeater. Here’s how you can find the IP address:

  1. Log in to your router and go to the “Connected devices,” “DHCP List,” or “Client List” tab.
  2. Look for your wireless N repeater in the device list and note down its IP address.
  3. Type this IP into the URL of your browser to access the admin page of the wireless N repeater.

Alternatively, you can connect your Windows or Mac system to the wireless N repeater network name. On Windows, press “Windows + R,” type “CMD” in the run box, and hit Enter. In the black screen, type “ipconfig” and press Enter. Note down the IP address beside the default gateway.

On a Mac, click the Apple icon on the top left-hand side of the screen, go to “System Preferences,” then “Networks.” There, you will find your router’s IP address. Once logged in, check the device list to find the IP address of the wireless N repeater.

How to Add a Wireless-N Repeater to Linksys 2500

To add a wireless-N repeater to Linksys 2500, follow these steps:

  1. Plug the repeater closer to your existing Linksys 2500 router.
  2. Connect the extender to an electrical socket or outlet.
  3. Wait for the power LED to stabilize (check the signal light).
  4. Add the wireless-N repeater using the WPS button.
  5. Press and hold the WPS button on both the router and extender for around 2 seconds to establish a successful connection.
  6. Alternatively, connect to the repeater’s network and enter 193.168.10.1 in the browser’s address bar.
  7. Use the wireless bridge mode on the login page to pair it with your router.
  8. Choose your router’s network name to extend the Wi-Fi range.

How Do I Reset My Netvip Wireless N Wi-Fi Repeater to Factory Default?

To reset your Netvip wireless N Wi-Fi repeater to factory default, follow these steps:

  1. Login to the admin panel by entering 192.168.10.1 IP Address.
  2. Go to the administration settings and click on the factory setting option.
  3. Click “Apply” to initiate the reset process, which usually takes 2-3 minutes.
  4. If you can’t log in to the wireless-N repeater, use a paper clip or pin to hold the reset button.
  5. Press and hold the reset button for 10 to 15 seconds.
  6. The blinking light indicates that the repeater is resetting.
  7. Wait for another 60 seconds as the repeater reboots, then start the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater setup from scratch.

How to Reset Wireless N Repeater

You can reset a wireless N Wi-Fi repeater in three ways, depending on the model:

  1. If your repeater has a reset hole:

    • Use a paperclip, pin, or any pointed object to hold the reset hole for 10-15 seconds while the repeater is plugged in.
    • After 15 seconds, release the pin and allow the repeater to reboot.

  2. If your repeater has a reset button:

    • Press and hold the reset button with your thumb or finger for around 15 seconds, similar to the first step.

  3. If your repeater doesn’t have a reset hole or button:

    • Reset it via the WPS button by pressing and holding it for 10-15 seconds.

After successfully resetting the repeater, it will appear in your Wi-Fi list. Connect to it and proceed with the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater setup.

How to Update the Firmware of Wireless N Repeater

To update the firmware of a wireless N repeater, follow these steps:

  1. Search for “ap.setup” in your browser field.
  2. You will see a user credential page asking for the username and password. Enter the required details.
  3. Once logged in, go to the wireless-N repeater administration settings.
  4. Choose the firmware update option from the settings section.
  5. Select the support option.
  6. Enter your wireless N repeater name and model number to get the latest version.
  7. Follow the on-screen instructions to update the firmware.
  8. Finally, update the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater firmware.

How to Set Up a Wireless N Repeater with a Wire or Ethernet

To set up a wireless N repeater with a wire or Ethernet, follow these steps:

  1. Plug the wireless-N repeater into an electrical outlet.
  2. Place the repeater close to your router.
  3. Connect the wireless repeater’s LAN port to your computer’s LAN port.
  4. Open a browser on your computer and enter 192.168.10.1 in the URL or address bar.
  5. The light on the repeater will start blinking during this process.
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions in the browser to complete the wireless N Wi-Fi repeater setup.
  7. You will see the wireless N repeater network name in your Wi-Fi list. Connect your smart TV, cameras, Ring, etc., to it.

How to Log in to the Wireless-N Repeater After Setup

To log in to the wireless-N Wi-Fi repeater after setup, you need to know its IP address. The default IP address, 192.168.10.1, should work. If it doesn’t, follow these steps:

  1. Download Netgear Genie on your system.
  2. Open Netgear Genie after installing it.
  3. Go to the “Connected devices” or “Network map” tab. You will see a list of all devices connected to your router.
  4. Find your wireless N repeater in the device list and note down its IP address.
  5. Type the IP address into the URL of your browser to access the wireless-N repeater’s admin page.

Why Isn’t My Wireless N Repeater Working?

Sometimes, Wi-Fi repeaters encounter issues that cause them to stop working. Here are some troubleshooting tips:

  • Reset the repeater and set it up again.
  • Update the repeater’s firmware.
  • Move the repeater closer to the router.
  • Change the wireless channels of the repeater through its admin page.

How to Change the Network Key on a Wireless-N Repeater

To change the network key on a wireless-N repeater, follow these instructions:

  1. Access the wireless repeater’s administration settings menu.
  2. Choose the advanced settings option.
  3. Click on the change password option to modify the network key.
  4. Enter and confirm the new password.
  5. Connect your devices to the repeater again using the new Wi-Fi password.

If you don’t know how to log in to the repeater, refer to the earlier sections for guidance.

How to Change the Default Password on Wireless N Repeater

To change the default password on a wireless N repeater, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to the repeater’s browser setup.
  2. Go to the wireless settings and set a new password to replace the default one.
  3. Save the changes.
  4. From now on, use the new password to log in to the repeater’s web management page.