How Do I Connect My Wi-Fi Extender to My AT&T Router?

AT&T internet services are the most popular services worldwide. People tend to install WiFi routers and other gateways from AT&T so that they can internet access on a number of client devices. However, these devices offer a limited WiFi range that can be easily improved by adding a range extender. This blog will help you learn the instructions to connect Wi-Fi extender to an AT&T router. Read on.

Setup Environment to Connect AT&T Router and Extender

You need to do a few preparations before you start the connection process between two devices. The very first thing is to reset the WiFi extender because you cannot connect an already configured extender to a host gateway. For instance, we are providing you with the steps to reset a Linksys extender.

1. Reset the Extender

• Ensure that your Linksys extender is not connected to any device present in your house.
• After that, find the Reset button and press it carefully using a sharp object.
• Holding the button for 7 seconds will complete the reset process.

The moment your extender resets, you will be all set to perform Linksys extender setup with an AT&T router. Also, if you are replacing your old router, we recommend you unplug it and plug your AT&T router there.

2. Note Down the AT&T Router WiFi Password

You will also need the WiFi password of the AT&T router in order to connect your extender. Therefore, we suggest you write it down somewhere so that you can refer to it whenever required.

How to Connect Wi-Fi Extender to an AT&T Router?

To connect an AT&T router and your WiFi range extender, you are supposed to give a shot at the steps mentioned below. Start by plugging your WiFi Linksys extender in the same room as your AT&T router.

• Restart your AT&T router and switch on your Linksys wireless extender.
• Let the Power light on your extender become stable.
• After that, switch on your computer and check its WiFi network list.
• Look for the network named – Linksys extender setup-xxx and connect to it.
• You will find the extender’s WiFi password on its label.
• Once done, go to extender.linksys.com using an updated web browser.
• You can also use the IP address – 192.168.1.1.
• If prompted, enter the admin details by referring to the product label.
• Accept the user license and policy.
• When the extender scans for the available networks, you need to choose the AT&T router network.
• Enter the router’s WiFi password.
• Click Next and give an administrative password to your Linksys extender.
• The next task is to assign SSID and password to the extender. You can also keep it as same as the AT&T router.
• Update the firmware.
• Lastly, change the location of your extender by following the instructions appearing on the screen.

This is how you can connect Wi-Fi extender to an AT&T router. In case you face any problem connecting your devices, ensure that they are not present very far from each other. Also, you need to make sure that you’ve used the correct WiFi password of the AT&T router. Otherwise, perform a factory default reset of the extender and re-attempt connecting your devices.

To Sum Up

It is now time to wrap up the guide explaining how to connect Wi-Fi extender to an AT&T router. We are expecting that the information given here will be able to assist you with the connection process. On the off-chance, your AT&T router or gateway has a WPS button, you just need to press it and after that press the extender’s WPS button to connect your devices.