It’s not just you who is having trouble with your RangeXTD WiFi repeater not working the way it should. A lot of people have the same issue when they set up or use a WiFi extender. No matter if your RangeXTD won’t turn on, won’t connect to your router, or won’t spread the signal properly, there are things you can do to fix the problem.
Your RangeXTD WiFi booster might have a few problems. This guide will show you how to fix them and get it working again.
1. Make sure the power is on
Before you do anything else, make sure the RangeXTD is getting power. Even though it seems simple, the power cord can come loose or unplugged from time to time. You can do the following:
Make sure that the extender is plugged into a power source that works.
Check the RangeXTD’s power LED light. Something might be wrong with the power source if it’s not glowing or blinking.
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2. Turn off and on your RangeXTD extender again.
Sometimes, resetting your RangeXTD WiFi extender is the first and easiest thing you can do to get it to work again. By resetting the device to its original settings, any problems that were caused by wrong setups will be gone. So that your RangeXTD starts over, do these things:
- On the extender, look for a small hole marked “Reset” that serves as the reset button.
- Hold down the reset button for about 10 seconds with a pen or pin.
- When the reset is done, the lights on the extender will flash to let you know.
Your RangeXTD will go back to its original settings after the reset, and you can then set it up again.
3. How to do RangeXTD WiFi Extender set up Again
You have to set up the RangeXTD again after resetting it. Here’s how to set up your RangeXTD WiFi extender the right way the first time:
Step 1: Join the extender network.
- Connect the RangeXTD to a wall plug close to your router.
- On your computer or phone, look for the RangeXTD network in the list of WiFi networks that you can connect to. It needs a name like “RangeXTD_EXT” or something like that.
- Use the default password to connect to this network. This password is usually on the bottom of the gadget or in the user guide.
Step 3: Go to the Setup page.
- Enter 192.168.7.234 into your computer browser’s address bar. This will take you to the RangeXTD page where you can log in.
- Type in the usual login information. Most of the time, admin is the account and 12345678 is the password.
Step 3: Set up the RangeXTD extender
- After logging in, follow the on-screen instructions to choose the WiFi network from your home or office computer.
- Pick which network you want the RangeXTD to add to. For your main WiFi network, you will need to enter the password.
- Save the changes when you’re done setting up. Now that your RangeXTD is hooked up to your router, it’s time to grow your network.
Step 4: Hook up your devices again.
- Setting up the RangeXTD is now done. Connect your laptop, Smartphone, and other devices to the extended network.
- You should be able to tell that the WiFi connection is stronger in places where it wasn’t before.
4. Make sure the extender is where it should be.
The RangeXTD WiFi extender may not be broken all the time; sometimes the problem is with where it is placed. To make sure it gets a good signal from the router, the RangeXTD needs to be placed correctly. Here are some ideas:
Put the RangeXTD somewhere that can get a strong signal from your router. This is usually about halfway between the router and the spot where the WiFi signal is weak.
Do not put the extender close to walls, big machines, or other things that might interfere, like microwaves or cordless phones.
If your router’s signal is already weak, the RangeXTD won’t be able to boost it properly. Also, make sure your router is in the middle of everything.
5. Look for interference or a lot of people on the network.
Your WiFi connection might not work properly sometimes because of interference from outside sources or a busy network. You can do the following:
Change the WiFi Channels: On the same WiFi channel as your RangeXTD, there may be other networks close that are too strong for it. You can go into the settings of your router and try moving to a channel that isn’t as busy.
Reduce Interference: Make sure that microwaves, baby monitors, and other WiFi networks are not close to the RangeXTD or your router. These things might mess up WiFi data.
6. Update the firmware if it needs it.
Your RangeXTD WiFi extender may also have problems if its software is out of date. Use the following steps to make sure you have the most recent firmware:
- Type 192.168.7.234 into your browser to get to the RangeXTD setting page.
- In the settings, look for a way to update the firmware.
- If there is an update, download it and install it by following the on-screen directions.
Updating your software can make your extender work better and fix any known bugs that might be causing it to act up.
7. Make sure the settings on your router are right.
If all of the above steps don’t get your RangeXTD WiFi booster to work, the problem may be with your router. Make sure that the following settings are set up correctly:
SSID Broadcast: Make sure you can see the SSID (network name) of your router. The RangeXTD might not be able to find your network if the SSID is hidden.
Standard for wireless: The RangeXTD works with both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Make sure that your router is streaming on one of these bands, and then make sure that the RangeXTD can connect to that band.
Password: Make sure you are typing the right WiFi network password for your router.
In conclusion
Having trouble with your RangeXTD WiFi extender? It can be annoying, but the problem is usually simple to fix. If you want to get your RangeXTD running again, just follow the steps above. You may need to reset it, change its settings, or move it. To get the best results, make sure to check the power, make sure it’s in the right place, and update the firmware.
