What do Lights Mean on Netgear EX2700 WiFi Repeater

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn:

• What the status light on your Netgear range extender mean.

Before We Begin:

• Be near your Range Extender.

2. Status Lights

There are four status lights for your range extender.

Power Light

Green

The range extender is powered on.

Amber

The range extender is booting.

Off

The range extender is powered off.

WPS

Green

Wi-Fi security is enabled (WPA or WPA2).

Blinking Green

A WPS connection is being established.

Off

Wi-Fi security is not enabled.

Router Link

Each Ethernet port on the back of your Range Extender has a small light.

Green Router Link

The range extender has an optimal connection to your router.

Amber Router Link

The range extender has a good connection to your router.

Red Router Link

The range extender has a weak connection to your router. It should be placed closer to your router.

Router Link Off

The range extender does not have a connection to your router.

Device Link

Green Device Link

The range extender has an optimal connection to your device.

Amber Device Link

The range extender has a good connection to your device.

Red Device Link

The range extender has a weak connection to your device. It should be placed closer to your range extender.

Device Link Off

The range extender does not have a connection to any devices.