Netgear extender is used to extend the network. It covers the area where router’s network doesn’t reach; with the help of extender you can cover the vast area. You can setup the extender by your own, using mobile and computer. Now it raises the question; How to Setup Netgear Extender with iPhone 12? For a setup, you can use the Netgear app which is Nighthawk app.
Steps to Setup Netgear Extender Using Nighthawk App
Netgear extender setup with your iPhone 12 is straightforward. Follow these steps to extend range of your network for better WiFi coverage at home.
Plug in and Power On Extender
Firstly, you need to place the extender next to the router till the setup process is not completed. Then plug it into the functional power switch and turn it on. Now, wait for the LED lights to turn into solid green which will indicate that Netgear extender is started.
Download Nighthawk App
Now open the App store on your iPhone 12 and search for Nighthawk App and click on download. And wait till the download is complete. After the download is complete, now you need to connect your iPhone 12, with the extender’s WiFi network
Connect to Extender Network on Your iPhone 12
Now, you have to connect with extender’s network. Just simply go to the WiFi settings on your device and there you will see a list of available networks. Now, click on Netgear Extender WiFi network, which is something named as ‘NETGEAR_EXT”.
Note: If you have already used the extender before then you may have set a custom network name, so look for that instead of NETGEAR_EXT.
Open Nighthawk App
Now, launch an app and create an account or log in to the app. Once you are logged in, personalize your page displays.
Follow On-Screen Setup Instructions
In an app Netgear personalize page has been appeared to you; there you have to select New Extender Setup. Now, follow these prompts:
- Select your existing home WiFi network then enter its password to connect with that network.
- Now you can set up an SSID and password for your new extended network.
- Here you can even customize other settings as well such as, Guest Network, Parental Control, and Bandwidth etc
Move and Test Your Extender
Once your Netgear extender setup is complete, you can move the extender to a new location. All you have to do is to unplug the extender and move it to new location, where you want to extend the network. Now, Plug it in and wait for the connection lights to turn on and stabilize. Always make sure that your extender is within range of your WiFi router, but far enough to extend the coverage.
Reconnect your iPhone to New Extended Network
Now, after the setup and placement, you can connect your home devices with extended network with the new SSID and Password you set.
Here, setup through Netgear Nighthawk app has been completed. We suggest you to always configure your Netgear extender using Nighthawk app only, as it is the suitable options for mobile phones.
Conclusion
In the end, we concluded that that it is easy to setup the Netgear extender with iPhone 12. All you have to do is download the Nighthawk app and follow the on-screen instructions, to complete the setup.