October 7, 2024

How to Setup Brostrend Range Extender?

  • Brostrend offers various models of WiFi extenders, which supports dual-band frequencies (2.4GHz and 5GHz). These devices typically plug into an electrical outlet and are easy to set up using WPS, or web GUIandconnect with your existing router. Models like Brostrend ac1200 WiFi range extender and many more, follows the same process. Here are the instructions for you to get your extender up and running:

    Plug in the BrostrendWiFi Extender
  • Plugin the extender into a power switch.
  • Wait for the LED to turn into solid Blue color
  • It indicates that extender is powered on.

    Sync via WPS
  • Press the WPS button on your router.
  • Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the extender.
  • The devices will automatically pair, extending your WiFi.
  • Now, you can configure the extender with router for a setup.


    Connect to the Extender Network
  • Go to WiFi settings on your Mobile, Computer or Tablet.
  • Select the WiFi network from the list.
  • Connect to this network. There should be no password at this point.

    Access the Web-Based Setup Page
  • Open a web browser and type the URL www.re.brostrend.com or IP address 192.168.0.254.
  • This will direct you to the setup page.

    Log In to the Setup Page
  • You may be directed to the login interface.
  • The default username and password are usually both ‘admin’, to confirm you can check on user manual of extender.

    Select Your Existing WiFi Network
  • The setup wizard will display a list of networks on your screen.
  • Select your WiFi network name from the list.
  • Enter the WiFi password for that network.

    Setup the Extended Network
  • The Brostrend WiFi extender will ask if you want to keep the same network name (SSID) or create a new one.
  • Creating a New SSID will ask you to manually connect to the extender network.

    Complete Setup
  • After few minutes, the extender should connect to your home network.
  • A successful message will appear on your screen that the extender is now extending your WiFi signal.

    Placement of Extender
  • Once the setup is completed, unplug your extender and place your extender such way that’s it lies between your router and the area where you need better WiFi coverage.
  • Make sure that extender is within the range of your router WiFi network.

    Check the Signal
    Connect your devices to the extended network and check that the signal strength is strong and range is wide and ensure it’s working as expected.

    Here, Brostrend extender setup is done.
    If you still face any trouble during the setup process, you can follow these troubleshooting tips mentioned below.

    Troubleshooting Tips
  • Check the Extender Placement: Place the extender such way that lies between your router and the area where network is poor. It must be within range of your router WiFi signal but not too far away.
  • Restart or Reboot: If you are facing any minor issue or trouble. You can try to restart your router. It generally resolves the issue. To restart, unplug the adapter from your extender and wait for 30 seconds. And then plugin back the adapter on your wall socket.
  •  Reset to Factory Setting: You will see Reset button or a small pinhole on your extender. Press that Reset button or insert a pin in that hole and hold for 10 seconds. Your extender will be set to factory settings. You have to configure your settings again

Firmware Update: Check the status of your extender and make sure that the latest version of firmware is installed.

Conclusion
From above mentioned points, we have concluded that Brostrend extender is easy to setup and install. If you still stuck somewhere in setup or any error occurs, then troubleshooting tips will help you to resolve your issue during the setup process.