2 Easy Ways to Reset Your Netgear Nighthawk WiFi Extender

2 Easy Ways to Reset Your Netgear Nighthawk WiFi Extender

Facing issues with Netgear Nighthawk extender WiFi network, setup, login, and security? If so, you need to reset your Netgear Nighthawk WiFi extender to the default factory settings. This post covers 2 easy methods for Netgear Nighthawk factory reset. Let's have a look at them.

Why do I need to Reset My Netgear Extender?

There are various scenarios that require you to perform the reset process on your extender. Some of them are highlighted below:

• Unable to log in to your Nighthawk extender
• Connected to internet but it is not working
• Netgear Nighthawk WiFi extender not working
• Can't configure the extender's settings
• WiFi extender not connecting to the internet

So whenever you experience any one of the aforementioned issues, just go for the extender reset with no worries.

Things to Remember Before Resetting Your Nighthawk Extender

Do you want to complete the Nighthawk extender reset process without any issue? Or have you failed to reset your WiFi extender? Whatever the scenario is, the below-mentioned tips will be boon for you. Therefore, execute them one-by-one and make the factory reset process a bit easier.

• Find out a well-fitting AC power socket
• Do not use an extension cord to connect your Nighthawk extender
• Avoid any spotty or intermittent wireless connections
• Do not ever use any worn out cables

You would probably be wondering why these things are so important in resetting your Netgear Nighthawk WiFi range extender, right? Well, wonder no more! Allow us to explain to you.

Any loose or damaged connection may interrupt the power supply of your extender. That further results in the installed firmware breakage or memory corruption.

Here are some preliminary steps you need to follow prior to getting started with the reset process:

1. Turn on Your Nighthawk Extender

As soon as you restart your wireless range extender, let it boot up properly. However, if you interrupt the booting process, you will experience various issues with your extender.

2. Note Down the Extender Settings

Make a note of all the changes you make in settings during Netgear WiFiextender setup. This list includes SSID or network name, WiFi passphrase, security options, channel numbers, and a lot more.

This is because all your customized extender settings will be wiped out once you complete the factory reset process.

Now, let's get to know how to reset your Netgear Nighthawk WiFi range extender.

Reset Nighthawk Extender

Here are two methods to perform Netgear Nighthawk reset process.

1. Using Factory Reset Button

Go through the below-given step-by-step guide to factory reset your Nighthawk extender:

Step-1: Find the Reset Button

• In order to avoid any accidental reset, this button is placed inside a tiny hole.
• So look for the button on your Nighthawk extender.

Step-2: Press the Factory Reset Button

• Use a paper clip-like device and insert it in the factory reset hole.
• Gently press reset button with the help of a paper clip.

Step-3: Let the Extender Finish Factory Resetting

Do not touch or unplug your Nighthawk extender until it completes the factory resetting process. This process may take a few minutes so you need to wait. As soon as all the lights on your Netgear Nighthawk WiFi extender, it means that the extender has been reset.

2. Using the Web GUI

To soft reset your Nighthawk wireless extender, follow the below-given steps:

Step-1: Connect Your Extender to Router

• Firstly, plug in your Nighthawk extender to a power outlet.
• After that, connect it to your router using an Ethernet cable.

Step-2: Log in to Your Nighthawk Extender's Admin Panel

• Open an internet browser of your choice.
• Type the default web URL i.e. mywifiext in the address bar and hit Enter.
• Fill in the login credentials.
• At last, click on the Login button.

Step-3: Find Reset Button

• Under the Genie Wizard section, find the reset button.
• In the older extender models, you can find the reset button under Other Settings menu.

Step-4: Reset Your Extender

• Click on the Factory Reset button.
• A confirmation prompt will appear.
• Simply click on Yes to confirm the reset.

Now, wait for some time and let the Nighthawk extender show all four green lights. Once done, you can now perform Netgear Nighthawk setup to reconfigure your extender's settings.

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