How to Check Connection Netgear EX7000 WiFi Repeater

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn:

• Check the network status of your Netgear Range Extender.

You'll Need:

• To be by your range extender or have a computer on hand.

2. Check Network Status

You can check the status of your range extender in two ways:

• On the device itself,
• On a computer.

The type and amount of network related information that you get depends on which method you use.

On Your Range Extender

1. Locate the network status indicators near the front of the range extender.
   

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2. Check the Wi-Fi and Link indicators on the front of the range extender:
   
3. 5 GHz Green

1. The range extender has an optimal 5 GHz connection to your router.
2. 5 GHz Amber

1. The range extender has a good 5 GHz connection to your router.
2. 5 GHz Red

1. The range extender has a weak 5 GHz connection to your router. It should be placed closer to your router.
2. 5 GHz Off

1. The range extender does not have a 5 GHz connection to your router.
2. 2.4 GHz Green

1. The range extender has an optimal 2.4 GHz connection to your router.
2. 2.4 GHz Amber

1. The range extender has a good 2.4 GHz connection to your router.
2. 2.4 GHz Red

1. The range extender has a weak 2.4 GHz connection to your router. It should be placed closer to your router.
2. 2.4 GHz Off

1. The range extender does not have a 2.4 GHz connection to your router.
2. Link Green

1. The range extender is connected to a computer or a Wi-Fi device.
2. Link Amber

1. The range extender is starting or applying changes to the Wi-Fi settings. This should turn green in one minute.
2. Link Off

1. The extender is not connected to a computer or a Wi-Fi device.

On Your Computer

1. Launch the browser that you use to go online.
   

1. Navigate to the following address: mywifiext.net
   

1. Enter the password when requested.
   

1. The Network Map tab will display the range extender's connection to the router, its operation mode and connection to your devices.