Can I use a wifi extender if my router doesn't have a WPS button?
Can I use a wifi extender if my router doesn't have a WPS button?
If you don't have a WPS button on your hub/router, you can set up your extender using the web based set-up with an internet browser.
How do I know if my router has a WPS button?
- Look on your modem or router to see if it has a WPS button:
- Go into the Network menu of your internet capable device to see if the WPS option is available.
How do I setup a WiFi extender without a WPS button?
If your router doesn't support WPS, go to 'Method 2 - Without WPS button' opposite. 1 Plug the extender into a power socket near your broadband wireless router (e.g. in the same room). Check the extender On/Off button on the top is switched on. Wait 20 seconds for the extender to boot up.
What if there is no WPS button on the router?
If your router doesn't have a WPS button, you can use the web based set-up with an internet browser to set up your Wi-Fi connection. The instructions for this method usually come with your router device.
How do I manually connect a WiFi extender?
- Plug in your extender. ...
- Connect your computer or mobile device to the extender's WiFi network. ...
- Launch a web browser and enter mywifiext.net or 192.168.1.250. ...
- Click or tap NEW EXTENDER SETUP. ...
- Choose your extender's admin credentials.
Can you use a WiFi extender without WPS?
Note: the WPS button on your extender is only used to connect to the router and can't be used to connect devices. If you don't have a WPS button on your hub/router, you can set up your extender using the web based set-up with an internet browser.
Is WPS necessary?
WPS works by allow us to join a wi-fi network without needing to know the network password. You simply push the WPS button on the router, join the network and you're in. Unfortunately, WPS is horribly insecure and can be used as a means for attackers to gain access to your network. This is why we disable WPS.
What does WPS mean on a WiFi extender?
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a feature supplied with many routers. It is designed to make the process of connecting to a secure wireless network from a computer or other device easier.Jun 20, 2021