How to Connect a Wi-Fi Extender to Your Router

Plug the extender in near the router, press the router's WPS button and then the extender's WPS button within the window stated in the manual. Wait for the connection indicator before moving the extender.

Use the manufacturer's app or connect to its temporary setup network and open the setup page in a browser. Select your home network and enter its password as directed by the model's instructions.

Check that you selected the correct network and entered its current password. Confirm the extender supports the router's band and security mode, move it closer for pairing, and follow the model-specific reset steps if needed.

Connect to whichever network provides the best service in that location. Some systems use one network name and steer devices; standalone extenders may show a separate name. Your phone may not switch immediately when you move rooms.