A Netgear WiFi range extender comes with various LEDs that indicate the connection between your router/ modem, PC, laptop, and mobile devices. On the other hand, the LEDs on your Netgear WiFi range extender also signify the status of WPS, Ethernet, internet, and WiFi connections. At times, the LEDs on your Netgear WiFi range extender start blinking all of a sudden, resulting in poor or no internet connectivity. And most of the time, the Netgear extender users don’t even know the reason behind the LEDs issue and that is why, we have come up with this troubleshooting guide.
Here, we will shed some lights on the issues with your Netgear extender LEDs along with the fixes. Let’s dive in, shall we?
Troubleshooting Netgear Extender LEDs
Netgear Extender Orange/ Amber LED
Netgear extender orange/ amber LED is one of the most common issues faced by every user around the world. In the event that your Netgear extender’s internet LED is blinking orange/ amber, it indicates that there is no or poor internet connection. To fix Netgear extender orange/ amber LED issue, do the following:
- Power cycle your Netgear WiFi extender. To initiate the process, all you need to do is to simply disconnect your Netgear extender and router from the power outlet, wait for a short while, and then connect them back again.
- Check the LED status on your router/ modem. Chances are, you have lost the internet connection from your ISP.
- Sometimes, users may see the blinking orange/ amber LED on your Netgear range extender due to faulty WiFi connection. In such a case, we would suggest you opt for a wired Ethernet connection instead of WiFi.
Netgear Extender Internet LED Blinking White
This annoying issue mostly occurs in new models of Netgear WiFi range extender. For instance, if you left the Netgear extender setup process incomplete, then you might see this error. The blinking white LED indicates that your Netgear extender failed to connect to your main router.
- If your Netgear WiFi extender’s internet LED is blinking white, do the following:
- Disconnect the power adapter of your Netgear WiFi range extender from the wall socket.
- Disconnect all the devices that are connected to Netgear_ext.
- Turn off your main router as well.
- Wait for a few minutes.
- After that, power on your devices one-by-one.
Once you’re done, see whether the issue is fixed or not.
Netgear Extender Red Power LED
- Here are the fixes to resolve Netgear extender red light issue:
- Ensure that your Netgear WiFi range extender is receiving constant power supply.
- Also, make sure that the Netgear extender’s power adapter is properly plugged in.
- If the issue still persists, reset your Netgear WiFi range extender. To do so, locate the reset hole on your Netgear WiFi range extender. Once found, press and hold the Netgear extender reset hole for a couple of seconds and release it. As soon as your extender gets reset, configure it again by following the instructions provided on Netgear Genie setup page.
That’s all! These were some of the common yet major issues with your Netgear WiFi range extender LEDs. Here’s to hope that you are now able to fix them and enjoy the extender’s WiFi range to the fullest. Just in case, the LEDs on your Netgear WiFi range extender are still annoying you, why don’t you try a couple of fixes more highlighted below? Let’s take the plunge!
Relocate Your Netgear WiFi Range Extender – To get the most out of your extender’s WiFi, it is suggested to locate it neat to your router. Also, it is advised to place your Netgear extender on a higher and open location. It is strictly recommended – do not hide your Netgear extender in a corner, inside or back of anything.
Change the Default Settings – Heavy traffic on your Netgear WiFi range extender may also let you experience the brain-teasers and annoying LED issues. Thus, to fix the issue, it is suggested to change the default settings, login details, and WiFi channel of the device by navigating to www.mywifiext.net setup page.
Contact Our Customer Support – If the issue still persists, get in touch with our competent technical experts right away.
