Linksys RE4100w wifi range extender is a dual band device with internal antennas to extend signals. It is a compact device specially created to eliminate wifi dead zones. By adding the range extender to your home network you can amplify the signals of your router device. Muddled how to configure the device? Linksys re4100w setup using the web can be done very easily without any technical expertise. We break the process for our readers to let them understand & add the device to their home network. 

Linksys RE4100w Setup: Step By Step

Linksys RE4100w Power Up

Boot up the device to initiate the setup. Connect Linksys RE4100w device into a wall plug directly as it is a wall compact device. You don’t need a separate location to keep the device. It can easily be installed on the wall. Wait till the power LED of the device becomes stable before initiating the setup.

Connect To Extender’s Network

Form a link between your extender and the computer/ laptop device you are using for the configuration. You can link them using ethernet cable. Also you can opt for wireless connection using wifi settings. 

Access Admin Account

Access to the admin account is necessary for the web based setup. To get access you have to launch a web browser and then follow below specified steps:

  • In the URL bar mention extender.linksys.com and open the portal. 
  • Instead of a web address you can use the default IP address. 
  • Now choose “set up range extender” from the appeared page. 
  • Opt for the model as re4100w from the list on the screen
  • In username field type admin and in the password field mention “password” 
  • Next hit on the login option and you can access the admin panel of linksys re4100w device. 

Configure Range Extender

Start the linksys re4100w setup now by following the guide given here:

  • First of all, create a secured password for your admin account. A strong password is mandatory to protect the access of the admin account. 
  • Thereafter move ahead to connect the device with the router network. 
  • Use the router’s login credentials to form a connection between the devices. 
  • Next you need to move ahead in the process and create a username for your extender network. 
  • Also create a password to keep your wireless network safe. 
  • Next in the process you have to check for firmware updates. An outdated firmware may create issues for you, so you must check whether your device has installed the latest version available or not. 

Finish Setup

End the linksys re4100w setup process by selecting the apply option. Be sure about the changes you made and must remember to keep the passwords secure with you. In case you opt for a very complex password then not it down somewhere so you can get it when needed if you forgot.

Relocate Device

Now to optimize your range extender performance it is very important to relocate the device strategically. Here are the things which you need to keep in mind while dividing the placement of your linksys re4100w:

  • Locate the extender service away from thick walls (corners). 
  • Do not place any heavy metal object closer to extender. 
  • Avoid placement of extenders next to the microwave, cordless phone or other radio frequency devices. 
  • Put it within the range of the host router device so it can receive signals adequately. 
  • Put the device closer to the location where you were facing signal issues. 

Test Network

 Lastly, test the newly created linksys RE4100w setup. For verification of network speed and signal strength you can use a smartphone or laptop device. Form a connection with a newly created network using the new SSID & password. Now use the internet and check the speed. Move across your space to verify the signal coverage.

Linksys RE4100w Troubleshooting Guide

Linksys RE4100w wifi range extender is the best networking device but sometimes it might encounter some connectivity issues. Resolving the connectivity issues is very simple. You can try out the troubleshooting tips we mentioned further:

  • Examine the cable connections of your linksys extender & internet from your router device. 
  • Next try rebooting your linksys re4100w device. Rebooting may resolve temporary errors with the network.
  • Try placing the extender closer to the router to keep the connection between router and extender strong. 
  • Eliminate all the signal interfaces put closer to your extender or router device. 
  • If unable to access extender.linksys.com web address then try using the default IP 192.168.1.1 instead of web address. 
  • Verify that the computer is connected to the extender network if using the wireless method. 
  • Examine the firmware of your extender device. If an updated version of firmware is available then do it first. 
  • Reset is the last step you can do on your own. Restore the device factory settings and then configure it again. 

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