Setting up the Linksys RE6300 WiFi Extender Using 192.168.1.1

Setting up the Linksys RE6300 (AC750) WiFi range extender is easily done with its browser-based setup feature using 192.168.1.1. For the installation of your Linksys WiFi extender, there would be any need for a setup CD or an installation software.

But before the Linksys extender setup process, make sure that you have the following:

1. An up and running WiFi connection.
2. Your network name and password.

Now, let us proceed a little further for the Linksys WiFi range extender setup process. Read on.

1. Plug your Linksys WiFi range extender into a power outlet near to your existing router.
2. Using a computer or a laptop, connect your device to the range extender using an Ethernet cable.
3. Open a web browser, then enter extender.linksys.com or 192.168.1.1 into the browser's address bar.
4. Click on the start setup button.
5. Select as a wireless range extender option and click on Next.
6. Into the network password field, enter your password and click on Next.
7. In the next step, you can change the settings as you prefer and click on Next. Please do not keep the settings as default.
8. Now, if the Spot Finder indicates that your Linksys RE6300 WiFi range extender's location is Just right then click on Next. This smart feature determines the signal strength between your Linksys wireless range extender and your existing WiFi router. If your Linksys range extender is placed Too far or Too close from your existing router, then choose a better location and return to Step 1. To avoid extender.linksys.com login issues, please do not ignore this step
9. Create a unique, long, and strong admin name and password and secure your Linksys RE6300 WiFi range extender. While personalizing your login credentials, it is recommended – do not make use of dictionary words.
10. Register your product in the next step, enter your email ID and click on Next.

Congratulation! Your Linksys RE6300 WiFi range extender is successfully configured.

In case, you face issues while access the Linksys extender's default IP address i.e. 192.168.1.1 as a web URL, then try some Linksys extender troubleshooting tips given below.

1. For Linksys extender setup, it is important to connect your existing router and Linksys WiFi range extender properly with each other via Ethernet cable.
2. Make sure that you are typing the IP address of your Linksys extender correctly into the browser's address bar istead of the search bar.
3. Also, ensure that your Linksys extender is receiving live and active internet connection from your main WiFi router and for this, you have to place your router openly at a higher shelf.
4. Be certain that cache, cookies, and temporary files are clear from your internet browser prior to accessing the extender.linksys.com login page.
5. If the issues still persist, then restart your computer or laptop. If needed, shut down your router and your Linksys extender and turn them on after 4-5 minutes simultaneously.
6. Ask us for Linksys support at toll-free number 1-888-887-5015.

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