If you own a WiFi extender by Netgear, then there’s no doubt that you have come across the URL mywifiext.net. This is the local web address or default gateway that takes you to the web management utility or the admin portal of your range extender. The same URL helps you accomplish the setup when your extender is running on the default configurations.
However, there are users who come across mywifext refused to connect error when they try to log in. In case the same happens to you as well, then reading this blog that comprises the effective fixes to the problem will help you out.
Before Anything Else, Check the Network!
We mentioned in the introduction that mywifiext.net is the local address that helps you reach the login interface and admin dashboard of the extender. The primary requirement for the URL to take you to the settings of your extender is the local network. That means the device on which you are trying to access the URL must be connected to your extender’s network.
Check the connection on your computer or laptop on which you are logging in. It is to be ensured that it connects to the extender’s WiFi SSID Netgear_Ext.
Mywifiext Refused to Connect: Try This Now
If the problem persists then refer to the solutions listed in this section. We have listed the causes along with the relevant solutions here.
1. Extender Can’t Get Signals from Router Properly
Fix: Bring Extender and Router Closer
Get the Netgear WiFi extender to the same room as the root router so that the signal transmission becomes smooth.You can also make a wired connection between these two devices for a secure connection.
2. Partially Booted up Devices
Fix: Ensure Adequate Power Connection
You should ensure that your Netgear extender as well as WiFi router are fully booted up with a consistent power connection. Verify the power source and observe the Power LEDs on the devices to get this checked.
3. Using Incorrect URL
Fix: Check URL or Use 192.168.1.250
You must not make any errors while you are inserting the login URL in the URL field of the web browser. If the URL does not take you to the login page, then try using the IP 192.168.1.250. This is the default IP address for Netgear WiFi extenders. Since we mentioned using the URL field, you are suggested to avoid making use of the search bar of the browser to type IP or URL.
4. Browser-Specific Issue
Fix: Update Browser or Use Alternate One
Using an up-to-date internet browser should always be preferred to log in to the Netgear extender. Update the browser that you are using or use an alternative one now for it may be the browser-specific issue. We also suggest you to clear the browser cache and cookies before you try the login process.
5. Extender Subnet Mask is Different from Computer’s
Fix: Connect PC via LAN Cable
There’s a possibility that the subnet mask in the WiFi extender is different from the one in the computer. Or your computer might be getting connected to the main router’snetwork bypassing the extender’s WiFi. Another possibility is that the wireless connection is not stable. A shaky connection is yet another reason why you get mywifiext refused to connect error.You are thus recommended to make a wired connection from your PC to the WiFi extender.
Before you make the connection, consider powering off the PC and the extender. Use a LAN cable to connect to the extender. Without getting connected to the main router, your PC willuse DHCP in the extender to set the subnet mask and
6. Computer Can’t Get IP From Extender
Fix: Assign Static IP
If you still get welcomed by the same error while logging in to your extender, then you should try assigning static IP to your PC as it can’t get it using DHCP.
On Windows PC: Assign Static IP
- Open the Control Panel on your computer.
- Go to Network and Sharing Center.
- Select Change Adapter Settings.
- Right-click on Local Area Connection or WiFi.
- Select Properties and then TCP/IPv4.
- Again, select Properties and choose Use the following IP address.
- Enter IP address 192.168.1.249 and subnet mask as 255.255.255.0.
- Click OK to save the settings.
ON Mac: Configure TCP/IP Settings
- Click open System Preferences.
- Click on the Network panel icon now.
- Select the interface you wish to configure (WiFi or Ethernet)
- Now, click on the Advanced button.
- Select TCP/IP on the top.
- Using the drop-down menu in Configure IPv4 and select Manually.
- Manually assign IP address, Subnet mask and device and save the settings.
Conclusion
While you are trying to log in to your Netgear extender, you might come across login issues like getting mywifext refused to connect error message. The solutions that we have discussed in this post are helpful in ditching the obstacle and moving ahead with the login process. Under any circumstances, if you still see the same error message then reset your extender and have the default settings restored on it. Once it is reset, you can easily log in without getting stuck.