How to Fix Fail Update Netgear EX7000 WiFi Repeater

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn:

• How updating your Netgear Range Extender works.
• How to resolve problems when attempting to manually update your Netgear Range Extender.

Before We Begin:

• Have access to your Range Extender.
• Have access to your desktop or laptop computer. 

2. Power Cycle

1. Push the power button on the back of your Range Extender. It will 'pop out', and the Netgear logo on top will turn off.
   

1. Wait ten seconds.
   

1. Turn the power back on, and make sure the power light goes on.
   

1. Wait one minute for the Range extender to start back up fully.
   

1. Make sure your smartphone, computer, or other device has re-connected to your Range Extender's Wi-Fi Network.

3. Factory Reset Check

The next step is to factory reset and re-setup your Range Extender.

You will need to re-setup the Range Extender from the beginning, as if it were new.

We have a guide available to help you through the process.

4. How to Factory Reset Your Netgear EX7000 AC1900 Nighthawk Wi-Fi Range Extender

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5. What's next?

6. How to Update Your Netgear EX7000 AC1900 Nighthawk Wi-Fi Range Extender

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