Definitive Guide on Netgear Wi-Fi range extender EX6120 AC1200 | Setup | Reset | Firmware Update

In this definitive guide about EX6120 Range extender you will learn everything about the netgear wifi range extender from setting up EX6120 range extender using multiple ways from the ethernet cable, WPS Method, Netgear Installation Assistant, log in to the mywifiext genie wizard, updating firmware and factory resetting the device if anything went wrong.

You know what? You can do Netgear Wifi Range Extender ex6120 setup on your own by just following the simple steps given in the following guide. Make sure to read the whole article so you don’t miss any single step while setting up your ex6120 extender.

Netgear EX6120 or AC1200 Wifi Range Extender is one of the most popular and effective products provided by Netgear. This range extender comes with two external antennas to increase its range to a wider area. EX6120 also includes an ethernet port to connect it directly with the router by using an ethernet cable. AC1200 range extender can extend 2.4 and 5GHz upto 1200 mbps. So this was all about the netgear ex6120 range extender, Now let’s get on to our main topic.  

Here is the LED light description for the netgear EX6120/AC1200 range extender device, there are mainly four LED Lights on the range extender the first one is the power LED light, Router Link, Client Link, Power and WPS.

EX6120 AC1200 Overview

• Solid green indicates  the Best connection.
• Solid amber indicates the Good connection.
• Solid red indicates the Poor connection.
• Off indicates No connection.

Review of EX6150 Range Extender 

Netgear EX6150/AC1200 is built to cover the dead spots in your house, though this range extender supports new 802.11ac protocol and is dual band supported one is 5ghz and other is 2.4 ghz.

It’s a budget Extender device and do not expect the blazing transfer speed but performed decently in our test. Incase If you are confused Which extender to buy here is a Complete Extender Buying Guide

So without wasting let’s discuss first the physical setup which is essential in order to do anything with the range extender device.

Physical Setup Netgear EX6120

• The first thing that you will need to do is take the netgear range extender out of the box and connect the antennas.
• Place your extender half way of the router and if possible keep the router and extender in the same room,
• Now connect your extender in the electric power socket
• Turn your EX6120 range extender on by pressing the power button, which can be easily located at the side
• Now in case you  are using the wired device connect the extender using the cable
• You are all set to go

Setup Your Netgear Range Extender EX6120 In Extender Mode

There are various ways through which you can setup your netgear range extender device such as using the Website, WPS method or using nighthawk application and also you can setup the device as an access point.

Setup EX6120 Range Extender using 92.168.1.250

• Go to your Preferred Web browser and visit 92.168.1.250
  Note:- This is a local URL only available for the netgear customers
• A web page will appear in front of you.
• Click on the new extender setup
• Create your account on the website, in order to set up your extender for the first time.
• Now you will be asked whether you want to setup as an extender or Access point
• Click on the setup as an Extender.
• Now it would scan for the available network.
• Select on the network you wish to extend
• Choose the desired password for your EX6120 Extender Network.
• Follow all the instructions come on the way
• Now enjoy the extender and connect all your devices to the extended network.
  

Setup AC1200/EX6120 using mywifiext.net

• The very first step is to plug your Netgear extender into a power socket
• Now you have to make sure that the Netgear extender and the router are not too far from each other or should be present in the same room
• Now open a device and access mywifiext.net in that device
• You need to login into mywifiext.net or if you are not able to log in, try to make a new account for yourself there.
• Once you have successfully logged into mywifiext.net, your device will show you some wifi networks available in that particular area
• Now you need to choose your wifi network which you want to extend using the Netgear extender
• After choosing the network, you need to click on the Finish Button to Finish your set up process
• Congrats, you have successfully set up your Netgear wifi range extender ex6120

Setup EX6120/AC1200 using mywifiext.local

• Go to the mywifiext.local on the preferred browser on your apple device.
• Netgear genie smart wizard appears in front of you.
• Click on the new Extender setup button on the screen.
• Create an account by filling all the essential information on the screen and click on the next Button.
• Now it would ask would you like to setup your extender as an range extender or as an access point.
• Click on the setup as an extender and click on the next
• Now it would scan for all the available networks.
• Click on the preferred network that you want to extend range.
• Choose the new password or use an existing whichever is suitable.
• Click on the finish button.
• Connect your devices and enjoy the extended range.

Setup EX6120/AC1200 using WPS Method

• First of all, bring your Netgear Extender to the same room in which the router is installed.
• Now Plug your extender into the wall socket so it gets the proper power supply
• Press the WPS button on the Netgear Extender and the router.
• The LED light on the extender will confirm that the router and extender are connected.
• Now open any web browser and visit mywifiext.local/mywifiext.net.
• Try to Log in there and if you’re not able to log in there, create a new account for yourself.
• After logging in, you will see some Wi-Fi networks available at that area
• Choose your Wi-Fi network which you want to extend by using the extender
• Now click on the Finish Button
• Yeah! You have successfully extended your Wi-Fi network using mywifiext.local

Common Issue Faced During EX6120 WPS Setup

• Unable to connect to mywifiext.net.
• Website shows an error that is unable to connect to the range extender.
• Forget the login credential or password of your range extender.
• Internet connected but now working.
  Internet Speed is too low.
• Extender is unable to boot up.
  

Troubleshoot Tips For WPS Setup

• Try resetting your Web Browser setting to the default setting.
• Try Using the different Browser if resetting does not solve the issue.
• Make sure you are using the right extension. Try using different extensions such as mywifiext.local or mywifiext.net or 92.150.1.250.
• Try Rebooting your Netgear range extender.
• Try to factory reset the range extender and setup your range extender again.
• Make Sure you are using an Static IP Address.
• Make sure you are not using VPN.
  Here are more ways to Expand your Wifi Range with some tips and tricks

Setup Your Netgear EX6120 using Ethernet cable

• Plug your Netgear extender into a power socket.
• Make sure that your extender and router are present in the same room.
• Now bring an Ethernet cable and put that cable into the extender from one end and into the router from the other end.
• Now you need to access mywifiext.net from your browser.
• Log in there or create a new account if you don’t have one.
• Now your device will show you the available wifi networks in the room.
• Choose the wifi network which you want to extend from the given options.
• The final step is to click on the Finish Button.
• Congrats, now your Netgear Wifi Range Extender is extending the wifi network.

Common Issue Faced Setup Using Ethernet Cable

• Unable to access to the mywifiext official website,
• Ethernet Cable connected but shows no Internet
• Website shows an error
• LED Lights stop working
• Extender power LED Light is not turning on
• Unable to detect for the available wifi Networks.
• Need to update the firmware Version of the extender
  

Troubleshoot Tips Setup Using Ethernet Cable

• Try Changing the web browser that you are using for the extender setup.
• If you had already tried changing the Browser try resetting the web browser.
• Make sure that the Ethernet cable you are using is not worn out.
• Make sure you have the latest firmware version installed in your Extender.
• Try to Factory reset your ex6120 Range extender and then setup it again.

Setup EX6120 Wifi Range Extender Using Nighthawk application.

Setting up your netgear range extender Ex6120 using the netgear nighthawk application is easier than you have thought of:-

• Download the application from your Play store or from the apple app store.
• Open the Netgear Nighthawk Application.
• Login using the existing account or create a new one if you don’t have the one.
• You can always login using the username and password and make necessary changes.
• Click on the home icon upper left corner of the screen.
• Click on the New setup option from the given options.
• Now select the range extender button.
• Select Next
• Make sure that your netgear range extender is turned On
• The Application will seek your permission in order to join the network
• Click Join and allow the application to join the network.
• In case, if the application is unable to connect to the network try Connecting it manually by going in the setting.
• Follow all the instructions that appears on the screen
• Connect your devices to the extended network

Common Issue Faced During Setup Using Nighthawk Application

• Unable to connect to extender network
• Unable to login into the nighthawk application
• Extender is not supported to the nighthawk application
• Application unable to connect to the network automatically
• Extender stop working
• Unable to change password using the nighthawk application
• Application says permission not granted

Troubleshoot Tips For Setup Using Nighthawk Application

• Try reinstalling the netgear nighthawk application.
• Make sure your extender is up and running.
• Make sure that your model is supported by the nighthawk application
• Make sure you had allowed all the necessary permission to the application
• Try To connect manually by going into the settings.
• Make Sure you are not using the VPN on your mobile device, disable it if active.
• Try Installing by placing it in the same room.

Setup EX6120 as an access point using 92.168.1.250

• Pick your Android smartphone or tablet.
• Connect your extender using the Ethernet cable in order to setup as an access point.
• Open your preferred browser such as chrome, Opera mini.
• Go to the 92.168.1.250
• A page will appear in front of you
• Click on the new extender setup button
• Create your own account in order to set up as an access point
  

  EX6120 Access point setup

• Click on the next button once all the necessary detail is filled out.
• Now click on the access point in order to set up as an access point
• A screen appears where you can choose the desired security option and username for the access point.
• Click on the next and it would take a few minutes to apply those settings, be patient.
• Connect your device to the access point of your AC1200 range extender and click on the finish and enjoy the extender range.
• Now Place your Range extender at the desired location in  your house.

Setup as an access point using mywifiext.local

• Make sure that the apple device you are going to use as an active internet connection.
• Now open your preferred web browser such as safari or chrome.
• Go to the mywifiext.local website that is special for apple devices.
• A web page appears in front of you and now click on the new extender button.
  
• Now create an account by filling all the necessary details.
• Click next and then click on the setup as an access point.
• Choose the security and your preferred username.
• Connect your devices and enjoy the network.

Setup as an access point using Mywifiext.net

• Get your Window Device ready up and running.
• Open the web browser you use such as Internet Explorer, Edge, Chrome, Opera mini.
• Go to the address bar and enter Mywifiext.net
• Website will open and click on the new extender setup button on the screen. Incase shows an error, Try the troubleshooting tips.
• Create an new account by filling all the necessary information and then Choose the setup as an Access point.
• Set the preferred username and the password if you wish or even you can also use the same existing password for the access point.
• Now you will be asked to join a device to the extender and all you will need to do is join your device to the extender network and enjoy the extended network.

Common Issue Faced During Setup as an access point  EX6120

• Unable to setup as an access point
• Unable to choose the network from the list.
• Extender Setup but internet speed is very low.
• Extender connected but shows no internet.
• Unable to choose a new password for access point.
• Extender LED Lights keep Blinking.
• Unable to access to mywifiext website.

Troubleshoot Tips For Access point setup Ex6120

• Try Using an different extension such as mywifiext.net or mywifiext.local
• Try Resetting your web browser.
• Make sure that the Ethernet cable you are using is not damaged.
• Try Changing your web browser.
• Try Reconnecting to the network.
• Make sure that the extender is working or try factory resetting it.

Update Firmware Of EX6120 Range Extender

Firmware is the software program that helps the hardware to run smoothly and efficiently, sometimes the extender device might not work well because of the outdated firmware. There are two ways through which you can update your EX6120 Extender firmware.

Firmware update Of Extender EX6120 Using mywifiext website

• Open the preferred web browser, any you like the most such as Edge, Chrome, safari etc.
• Webpage Appears, login using the username and password.
• Once you enter the login detail you will reach the netgear genie smart wizard.
• Go to the Firmware update option.
• Click on the detect latest firmware and it would let you know if the update is available for the extender firmware.
• Click yes and it would start to download the firmware.
• Once the firmware update process is completed you will be disconnected from the network and the extender will restart.
• Wait for a few minutes till the extender is booted up. And the extender is successfully booted up.

Netgear Range Extender Firmware update Using Netgear Support Website

• Open your preferred browser on your preferred device.
• Enter netgear.com/support in your address Bar.
• Enter the model number or product name you wish to download firmware update.
• Click on the download button
• Choose the firmware version you wish to update and click download
• A zip file will be downloaded to your PC.
• Now Extract the file
• Go to the mywifiext.net if on window device and incase using an apple device click on the mywifiext.local
• Login Into the netgear Genie wizard.
• Go to the firmware and upload the file over there.
• The extender would boot up once the process is completed and you are all set to go, wait for a few minutes and you are done.

Common Issue Faced During EX6120 Firmware Update

• Unable to access the mywifiext website 
• Unable to find the Extender model on the Netgear website
• Firmware updated but extender stop working
• Slow internet speed after update
• Device not getting started after the firmware update
• LED Light continues to blink after the update.

Troubleshoot Tips For Netgear AC1200/ EX6120 During Firmware Update

• Try changing the extension use mywifiext.net or mywifiext.local 
• Try resetting or changing the web browser you are using.
• Try factory resetting your range extender and setup your range extender again.
• Make sure the firmware update process is fully completed.
• Try Changing the router channels to get best speed.

Factory Reset Your EX6120 Range Extender.

• Locate the factory reset button on your Netgear Range Extender Device.
• Take a paper clip.
• Press the reset button for around 10 Second.
• The extender Power LED light will start to blink.
• The Extender will boot up again.
• Now your Extender is restored to factory Setting.
• In order to use the range Extender you will need To setup the range extender again. Here is our Simple guide to setup Netgear Range Extender In an easy and most efficient way.

Common Issue Faced During the AC1200 Factory Reset.

• Unable to locate the factory reset button.
• Pressed the button for long time for nothing happens.
• Extender stop working after resetting to the factory.
• LED light stop blinking.
• Unable to connect using the WPS.

Troubleshoot Tips For Factory Reset

• Try Setting up the Range extender again.
• Make Sure to update the Firmware to the latest version.
• Try Factory resetting the Device again.
• If nothing worked for you and you tried everything possible you can think of get in touch with one of our experts.

Login Into Mywifiext

• Open Your favorite web browser.
• Go to mywifiext.net or mywifiext.local or 92.168.1.250 if you are using an android device.
• A web page will appear in front of you now login using the username and password that you set during the initial setup process.
  Note:- The default password for the extender is “password” and username is “admin”.
• Now you are logged into the netgear genie smart wizard.
• Now you can do a variety of things such as password change, Firmware update and a lot of other stuff.

Common Issue Faced While Login Into Mywifiext Website

• Unable to Access the mywifiext genie wizard.
• Shows error “Extender is not connected”
• Forget the username and password
  

  Troubleshoot Tips For Login Into Mywifiext Website

• Try Using any other browser or resetting the one you are using to factory default
• Try using the Default username and password
• Reboot your EX6120/AC1200 Range extender device.
• Make sure you are using the latest firmware version.
• Try Changing the netgear range extender password.

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