Netgear AC1200 Setup: How-to Guide

Netgear AC1200 Setup

Netgear AC1200 WiFi range extender is one of the best devices when comes to extend the range of your existing WiFi. Right from the backyard to front yard, the Netgear extender efficiently removes dead zones, allowing you to enjoy using the internet from just about anywhere in your home.

If you own Netgear AC1200 for your home, you first need to configure it for start surfing the web. This article covers all the essential steps to perform Netgear AC1200 setup in a hassle-free manner. Let's get started.

How to Set Up Netgear AC1200?

You can perform the Netgear AC1200 setup using various methods. Here's we are raising curtain from two methods: Netgear Installation Assistant and Netgear Nighthawk App.

Let's discuss both the Netgear AC1200 configuration methods one by one.

Set Up AC1200 Using Netgear Installation Assistant

For the installation of Netgear AC1200 using Netgear Installation Assistant, follow the steps mentioned below:

Place your Netgear AC1200 in the same room where your existing router currently is.
Power up the device by plugging into a power outlet.
Once done, connect the device to your existing router by making use of an Ethernet cable.
Now, get access to your laptop and launch your preferred web browser on it.

Note: Though you can choose between Chrome, Mozilla, Safari and Internet Explorer, your selected web browser must be updated with the latest version.

Visit mywifiext.net by entering it in the web address bar of your browser and hit Enter.
Netgear AC1200 extender setup page displays.
Enter the username and password into the given fields and hit Log In.
Now, follow the on-screen prompts to configure your Netgear AC1200 WiFi range extender.

Congrats! You are all done with the Netgear AC1200 setup. You can now move the device to a new location and connect your client devices to the extended network.

Set Up Netgear AC1200 Using Netgear Nighthawk App

If the above method seems complex to you, we have another suggestion. You can set up your WiFi extender using the Netgear Nighthawk app. Here's how:

On your smartphone, open Google Play Store or Apple App Store as per the OS compatibility of your device.
Now search the Netgear Nighthawk app and download it.
Once done, launch the Nighthawk app on your device.
For proceeding further, you are advised to accept the terms and conditions.
Access your Netgear account and fill the required details.
Now, follow the on-screen instructions for completing the AC1200 Netgear extender setup.

You have successfully configured the AC1200 range extender using the app.

Bonus Tips:

While setting up the AC1200 extender, make sure the device is away from Bluetooth speakers, microwave ovens, baby monitors, cordless phones, fish tanks, refrigerators, mirrors, glasses, home security systems, etc. as these may cause interference with the WiFi signals of your extender.
Make sure all the wired connections are proper and finger-tight.
Your extender and router must be getting adequate power supply.
For the Netgear Installation Assistant method, the web browser you might be using must be free of browsing clutter like cache, cookies, and history.
Once done with the AC1200 extender setup, keep the firmware of the device always updated for avoiding any issues.