NETGEAR EX6100 user manual

To use your Netgear EX6100 as an access point, follow these steps:
1. Connect your computer to the Netgear EX6100 using an Ethernet cable. Ensure that the computer is connected to the device's LAN port.
2. Open a web browser on your computer and enter "http://www.mywifiext.net" in the address bar. Press Enter to access the Netgear extender setup page.
3. You will be prompted to log in. Enter the username and password for your Netgear EX6100. The default login credentials are usually "admin" for both the username and password fields. If you have changed the credentials before, use the updated ones.
4. Once logged in, click on the "Wireless" option in the left-hand menu.
5. On the Wireless Settings page, select "Access Point" mode.
6. Enter a desired SSID (network name) for your access point. This is the name that will be used to identify the network when connecting devices.
7. Select your desired Security Option, such as WPA2-PSK (AES), and enter a password for your network. This password will be required to connect devices to your access point.
8. Click on the "Apply" button to save the settings.
9. Disconnect your computer from the Netgear EX6100.
10. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the LAN port and connect it to your router instead.
11. Place the Netgear EX6100 in a central location, ensuring it is within range of your router's Wi-Fi signal.
12. Power on the Netgear EX6100. Wait for it to boot up fully and establish a connection with your router.
Your Netgear EX6100 is now configured as an access point. You can connect devices to it using the SSID and password that you configured.

The lights on a Netgear extender indicate various things including power, connection status, and activity. Here is a general guide to interpreting the lights on a Netgear extender:
1. Power LED: This light indicates that the extender is receiving power. It should be solid green when the extender is properly connected to a power source.
2. WPS LED: If a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) connection is in progress, this light will blink. It may turn solid once the connection is successfully established.
3. Router Link LED: This light indicates the connection status between the extender and the router. A solid green light indicates a good connection, while a solid amber or red light may indicate a weak connection or no connection.
4. Device Link LED: This light indicates the connection status between the extender and a Wi-Fi device (such as a smartphone or laptop). A solid green light indicates a good connection, while a solid amber or red light may indicate a weak connection or no connection.
5. Ethernet LED: If you have connected a device to the extender using an Ethernet cable, this light will indicate the connection status. A solid green light indicates a good connection, while a solid amber light may indicate a weak connection or no connection.
6. Activity LEDs: These lights may vary depending on the specific model of the Netgear extender. They generally indicate network activity, such as data transfer or internet traffic.
It is important to consult the product manual or Netgear's support documentation for your specific model to get more detailed information about the indicator lights on your extender.

If the Netgear EX6100 extender is working properly, you should see the following indications:
1. Solid Green Power LED: The power LED on the extender should be solid green, indicating that it is receiving power and turned on.
2. Solid Green Router Link LED: This LED should be solid green if the extender is connected to the Wi-Fi router or modem properly.
3. Solid Green Device Link LED: This LED should also be solid green if there is a successfully established connection between the extender and your device.
4. Optimal Wi-Fi Signal Strength: You should experience a strong Wi-Fi signal from the extender with a good signal strength throughout your desired coverage area.
If you see these indications, it means that the Netgear EX6100 extender is working correctly.