Linksys Access Point Setup: Everything You Need to Know

Do you own a latest Linksys range extender? If yes, then we want to appreciate you for getting your hands on the Linksys extender. Now, you might be looking for some information to set it up, right? Well, why don’t you perform Linksys access point setup of the extender? After all, it will result in minimal performance loss and enable you to expand your WiFi more effectively. Given in this post are the instructions that will help you setup Linksys access point mode on the extender.

Linksys Access Point Setup: Supported Models

Before we delve deep into the process to set up Linksys as an access point, we want to make you aware of other models that support the access point configuration.

• Linksys RE6800 AC1900 WiFi extender
• RE6700 amplify dual-band extender
• RE6500 AC1200 dual-band WiFi range extender
• AC750 Linksys boost WiFi extender
• Linksys RE6400 boost WiFi range extender

So, if you are an owner of any of the aforementioned models or an RE7350, you can proceed to do Linksys access point setup for the same using the steps that we’ll discuss further in this post.

What to Do Before Linksys Access Point Setup?

Getting acquainted with the prerequisites to set up Linksys wireless extender as an access point will make it easy for you to go through the process. Here’s what you need to get before starting the access point setup process:

• An already configured router
• The default web address along with the password and username of your extender
• A web browser flaunting the latest software version
• A network cable long enough to create the extender-router connection
• Of course, your Linksys WiFi range extender

How to Do Linksys Access Point Setup

• The moment you’re done arranging the hardware of your extender, you need to power it up. Do it with the help of a functional wall socket near the main router.
• Soon, you will notice that the LED lights on your extender have gained steadiness. It is a sign that the time to create the connection between your extender and router is near.
• So, grab the Ethernet cable and check its physical condition. FYI, it must be non-damaged. Once its working status is confirmed, use it to create the extender-router connection.
• You are now required to switch on your PC or laptop. Regardless of the device selected, ensure that the chosen one is free of viruses.
• Now, load an internet browser of your liking and make your way to its address bar. It can be located at the top of the browser’s dashboard.
• Enter extender.linksys.com there and hit the Enter key. On the off chance, it fails to load, you need to use the extender’s IP address to proceed.
• Thereafter, select the Start Setup button.
• The Linksys extender setup wizard will show up.
• Choose the Settings menu.
• Move to the ‘As a wired range extender (access point)’ option and click it.
• You will now be prompted to create WiFi names for the radio bands. It is completely up to you whether you choose to create different names or keep the same name for both bands.
• After that, you will get welcomed by a few instructions. Go through them and complete the Linksys access point setup process of the range extender.

This is how you can setup Linksys access point on a range extender. We hope that you’ve successfully configured your wireless range extender as an access point. However, you need to ensure that the extender-router connection is firm throughout the process. Otherwise, you’ll get stuck.

What’s Next?

After completing the access point setup process for your Linksys extender, you need to create an admin password. This is to inform you that the Linksys extender login password you create should be strong. In other words, it must be a combination of alphanumeric characters and symbols. Avoid using dictionary words and your personal info as the extender’s admin password. However, if you are unaware of how to create the admin password of the range extender after finishing the Linksys access point setup process, consider contacting our experts. Know that they are always available for users struggling with Linksys extender-related issues.