How to Connect Arris Modem Router with Netgear Extender?

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Hunting for a perfect product to extend the network range of an Arris modem router? Investing in a Netgear extender is suggested. WiFi range extenders brought in by Netgear cover a wider area than its contemporaries and provide a lot of benefits to the user. But, you have to connect Arris modem router with Netgear extender if you are looking to achieve that WiFi coverage. Are you familiar with the steps to complete Netgear Nighthawk extender setup with a modem router? No? Worry not! We will list them for you in this post. But, first of all, know what is necessary to create a connection between two devices.

Before Connecting Arris Modem Router and Extender

1. Reset the Extender

A seamless connection between your modem router and the Netgear range extender will only be formed if your extender is working on the default factory settings. For your knowledge, if the range extender is running on some customized settings, its connection with the modem router will fail. Therefore, resetting the range extender is recommended. You have to press the extender’s Reset button for this.

2. Take Note of the Arris Modem Router WiFi Settings

Do you know about the network name and the WiFi password of your Arris modem router? No? Then sadly you won’t be able to connect your host device to the extender. So, you are advised to take note of the WiFi details of the modem router so that you can use them when required. Also, ensure that your modem router is properly up and running. Else, there will be no benefit of connecting devices.

How to Connect Arris Modem Router to Netgear Extender?

For connecting your WiFi devices, you will have to take the aid of the steps mentioned below. These include creating Ethernet connection, using Netgear extender’s URL and default admin details to access the web-based dashboard. Thus, keep an Ethernet cable and web browser handy.

1. Start by joining the LAN port of the Arris device with the WAN port of your Netgear extender.
2. If you cannot figure out the extender’s WAN port, look for a yellow colored port.
3. After connecting the ports through an Ethernet cable, power up the modem router.
4. Once the lights on the host (Arris modem router) become stable, you are suggested to switch on the Netgear extender.
5. Now, switch on your computer and connect it to the WiFi network of your Netgear range extender.
6. Since you have restored the extender to the default factory settings, the network name will be Netgear_ext.
7. To know about the default WiFi password, it is recommended that you refer to the user manual or the product’s label.
8. Connected your computer and the extender? Good! Load an internet browser now.
9. Chrome or Edge will work better.
10. You must now move to the address field of the chosen browser and input the URL mywifiext.net there.
11. Go with mywifiext.local if you are trying to connect Arris modem router with Netgear extender via mac.
12. Upon pressing Enter, you will see an administrative portal.
13. Input the default password and user name of the Netgear Nighthawk extender.

1. Once you select Log In, you will be prompted to choose the setup type i.e. whether you want to configure the extender in the Extender mode or the Access Point mode.
2. After that, the New Extender Setup page will open up.
3. A network scan will take place and you will be presented with a list of available networks.
4. Choose the network that your Arris modem router broadcasts.
5. If prompted, enter the WiFi password your modem router.
6. Click Connect.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to finalize the connection process.

Using these instructions, you can connect Arris modem router with Netgear extender easily. However, you are supposed to be very careful while following the on-screen prompts. They are all about upgrading the firmware and relocating the extender. During the extender’s relocation, you must be sure that you are keeping it in the central area of your house plus your extender should present in the boundary line of the signals emitted by your router. However, be sure to change Nighthawk login details after finalizing the connection.

The Concluding Words

We are now about to wrap up the post explaining how to connect Arris modem router with Netgear extender. It is now anticipated that you have completed the installation process of your extender. You know what to do next. Connect your devices to the extended network and enjoy accessing the WiFi the way you fancy.

Just in case any problem occurs during the connection process, you should reset the extender and set it up using the above-given instructions once again.