Let’s take a look at one of the most popular extenders that features cutting-edge technology. The Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 AX1750 4-stream wifi 6 mesh extender uses dual-band technology to extend your existing wifi network more quickly. After completing the Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 Setup, you will be able to use your wifi network in even the most difficult-to-reach sections of your house or office. It has a maximum speed of 1.8Gbps and a network coverage area of 1500 sq.ft., and it can link up to 20 devices. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the Netgear EAX18 setup process step by step.
Configuration for the Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 is as follows:
- On your Netgear Nighthawk EAX18, turn it on.
- Check to see whether it’s in the same room as the router.
- Use any wifi-enabled mobile device to connect.
- Wait for the power LED to solidify into a solid green color.
- Visit mywifiext.net in any web browser.
- The Netgear Installation Assistant is now visible.
- To complete the setup, follow the on-screen directions.
- The LEDs on your AX1750 will turn solid green once this is completed.
- To extend the network, unplug your EAX18 and plug it in at the appropriate place.
That’s how you finish the Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 Setup, but this was not the only way to get your AX1750 up and running. In the following article, we’ll go over another method for installing your wifi booster.
How to setup Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 AX1750 via WPS Method
That’s how you finish the Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 Setup, but it’s not the only way to get your AX1750 up and running. We’ll go through another method for installing your wifi booster in the following article.
To use the WPS method with the Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 AX1750, follow the steps below.
- Connect the AX1750 to an electric socket.
- Place your EAX18 near the router you have already.
- The LED light status is green.
- WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup): Press the WPS button on the EAX18’s side panel.
- After a minute, press the same WPS button on your wifi router.
- Wait a while until your extender’s green lights are stable.
- You can now use your AX1750 in an area where there is no network.
You will be able to install your wifi booster in about two minutes using this method. In the next blog, we’ll go through another way to use the Nighthawk app to configure your Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 extender.
Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 Setup using Nighthawk app
The Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 extender can be configured using the Nighthawk app. The user is not required to use a desktop or laptop to log in or set up in this approach. The smartphone is the only item you’ll need to complete Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 Setup. The Nighthawk app is compatible with both Android and iOS devices.
Here are the steps for Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 setup using the Nighthawk app
- Get your hands on a smartphone.
- In it, install the Nighthawk app.
- Connect to the Netgear Ext device.
- Go to the Nighthawk app on your phone.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to finish the installation.
- Once the setup is complete, you can relocate your AX1750 to the new location of your choice.
You’ll be able to use the Nighthawk app to set up your EAX18 extender this way. If you are still having problems with the setup procedure, don’t worry; simply call our technical support team at our toll-free number, and they will assist you in resolving your issue.
Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 AX1750 firmware update
Even after successfully completing the setup process, has your wifi range extender started functioning improperly or is not delivering the proper speed? If this is the case, you must update your firmware to the most recent version. After you upgrade the firmware on your Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 AX1750, you will be able to solve these issues and obtain new security features that will repair bugs and other issues.
The methods to update the firmware on a Netgear Nighthawk EAX18 AX1750 are as follows:
- Make sure your EAX18 is turned on.
- Use any wifi-enabled smart device to connect.
- Visit www.mywifiext.net for more information.
- The netgear login page is shown.
- Put your unique information in to get logged in.
- To upgrade the firmware, go to settings and then firmware upgrade.
- Keep in mind that you should not disconnect your AX1750 while it is in the middle of the operation.