Unable
to set up your Linksys RE6500 WiFi range extender? Don't worry! You
have reached the right post. Here, we will walk you through each step
to install and configure your Linksys RE6500 AC1200 extender. Scroll
down to read more.
Before
we proceed with the setup process, let's first make you familiar with
your Linksys RE6500 AC1200 dual-band wireless extender.
Linksys
RE6500 AC1200 extender is known for its functionality in 2.4 GHz and
5 GHz frequency, including its two operational modes:
- Range extender mode
- Wireless access point mode
These
are the two specific features that make RE6500 stand out from other
standard wireless extenders.
Linksys
AC1200 RE6500 extender includes various amazing features:
- Extend your home wireless network range up to 7,000 square feet.
- Linksys RE6500 is compatible with all 802.11 a/b/g/n network devices.
- Provides support for web-based Linksys RE6500 setup
- The device is powered by spot finder technology. It helps you find the best location to place the WiFi extender.
- Featured with WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) button for easy extender setup.
- Comes with one fast Ethernet port, which gives you the ability to extend your wired network.
- Embedded with cross-band network technology, which helps you to enhance network performance and stability.
So,
these are some of the superb Linksys extender features. Now, let's
get started with the Linksys extender setup RE6500 process.
Steps
for Linksys RE6500 Setup
As
mentioned in the above section, the Linksys AC1200 RE6500 extender
can be configured with a web browser-based setup. There is no need
for any installation CD. Just go through the below-mentioned steps:
- Unbox your Linksys RE6500 WiFi range extender carefully. Place it near your existing home WiFi router.
- Make sure that you have a high-speed internet connection throughout the installation process.
- Take an Ethernet cable and connect its one end into the extender's internet port and another end into the router's Ethernet port.
- Plug in your Linksys extender to an electric power socket and turn it on.
- Wait until the power LED on the RE6500 device turns solid green.
- Run any web browser on your computer or laptop.
- You will land on the Linksys RE6500 setup web page.
- Enter the default Linksys extender login credentials.
- Hit on the 'Log In' button.
- The web browser redirects you to the Linksys extender admin panel web page.
- Follow the on-screen instructions carefully.
- Once done, hit on the 'Save' button to apply all the customized changes.
- Unplug all the cables connected to the device and find the best location to place with the help of spot finder technology.
- After that, connect your computer or laptop to the extended network to test the internet connection.
Important
Note: If you don't know the default Linksys RE6500 extender login
credentials, then check its user manual and find the Linksys
default password
for logging in.
Congrats!
Your Linksys RE6500 extender setup has been done correctly. Now, you
can enjoy an uninterrupted internet connection on your devices.
