Got your first Linksys extender? Excited to deploy it and extend your home network coverage? Well, you should start by determining where to install it and then following the basic setup steps to access the web setup wizard. But, setting up a range extender is not that easy! You might face typical issues http://extender.linksys.com not working while trying to access the login page. Fortunately, we’ve got some tips for you so you can begin your journey towards having a seamless internet connection.
Common Issues you might face while accessing extender.linksys.com
There are some common issues that users face while accessing the login page. These are:
- Unable to connect to the login page
- Forgotten Admin password
- Forgotten default user credentials
The very first step in troubleshooting issues associated with Linksys extender login page is determining the root cause of the same. Once detected, you can work on implementing troubleshooting strategies and tactics to alleviate them. Below is how you can resolve the listed issues effectively.
Unable to connect to the login page
Accessing the login page is the first step towards setting up your device. And being unable to access it means you won’t be able to set up the same.
Now, there can be several reasons behind you not being able to access the http://extender.linksys.com login page. The issue might be due to-
- a typing error you might have made while entering the URL in the address bar.
- your computer/smartphone not being connected to the extender network
Now, when you know where the problem is, you can take adequate steps to resolve the error.
In the first case, if you are typing a wrong URL, you are likely to be directed to a wrong site or maybe just shown an error. Therefore, check if you have made any typos and correct the same. The correct web address to access the login page is “https://www.extender/linksys.com”. If you wish, you can also use the default IP address to access the same. The default IP address can be found using the command prompt menu using the “ipconfig” command, though it is generally 192.168.1.1. Now, once you are on the login page, you can begin following the steps to access the online setup wizard.
Secondly, check if you are connected to the right network. If not, the browser screen will show you the “You’re not connected to the range extender’s network—yet” message. This is an indication that you need to connect your computer/smartphone to the right network. If you are having trouble connecting to the network wirelessly, you can use a wired connection using an ethernet cable. This will also ensure that there are no network lags.
Forgotten admin password
The admin credentials help secure your range extender device settings. Once secured, changing the settings without permission from the admin user is difficult. If you aren’t able to access the login page because you have forgotten the admin password, you’ll need to reset your device. To RESET your extender device, you can follow the steps as mentioned:
- Locate the RESET button on the bottom panel of your range extender.
- Press and hold the same for about 10 seconds until the LEDs on the front panel light flash. Release the button when they do.
Allow the extender to reboot and then reconfigure the same using the default credentials.
Forgotten default user credentials
Although the default username and the password credentials are mentioned on the product label or the user manual, if you have changed and forgotten the same, you can RESET the details using the web-based settings management wizard easily.