How to Setup D-Link Powerline WiFi Extender?

Setup D-Link Powerline WiFi Extender

Setting up the dlink wifi extender setup is very easy and simple. This whole-home power line solution creates a whole-home network. It uses your present wireless networks to send Wi-Fi signals throughout your home and covers all the dead spots.

The powerline Wi-Fi system of D-Link works with your present router device. All you have to do is to connect your powerline Wi-Fi adapter to your router using an ethernet cable. In this guide, you will learn everything you need to know to regarding how to set up a D-ink powerline Wi-Fi setup.

You can set up your D-Link powerline Wi-Fi extender by applying two different methods. One way is to use the D-Link app on your Android or iOS device. Another method to set up your D-Link powerline extender is to use an internet-based setup wizard. 

Way to Setup D-Link Extender

Before you go ahead with the methods, you need to do hardware installation. Place your D-Link Wi-Fi adapter close to your router and connect it to the electrical outlet. Now, wait for the device to boot. After that, connect one end of the ethernet cable to the LAN port of your router and the other end to your D-Link adapter. 

Way 1: Set up Your D-Link Extender Using the D-Link App

Perform the simple steps mentioned below to set up your D-Link extender using the D-Link app. 

Step 1: First of all, you need to download the D-Link app from the App Store or the Play Store. Then, launch the app once it gets installed.

Step 2: Choose the dlink powerline from the list and select the model number. After that, select Next to continue. 

Step 3: In case you are setting up your extender for the first time, then choose the option of "Create a Network" and then select the Next option. 

Step 4: Now, the app will guide you to make a hardware connection. Once you are done connecting the device, select Next to continue. 

Step 5: Set up your network name and password by entering them in the right fields. Create a difficult password and then select Next. 

Step 6: Now, choose a device login for your extender. After that, select Next to move forward. 

Step 7: Then, you will be taken to the summary page. Select Save and then apply the changes. 

Step 8: You can add another powerline adapter by connecting it to the power source. If the power LED light is red, then that means the connection is weak.

Step 9: Then, you will see a final summary on your screen.  Select "Finish" to complete the setup process. 

Way 2: Use Your Web Browser

Below mentioned are the steps that you need to carry out to set up your D-Link powerline Wi-Fi extender using your web browser. 

Step 1: Use a wireless or wired connection to connect your powerline adapter to the router. Connect the other powerline adapter where you wish to extend your network. 

Step 2: Wait for the devices to boot and then go to the next step. After that, your power LED will change to solid green. 

Step 3: Connect your PC to the existing router using an ethernet cable or wirelessly. 

Step 4: Launch your internet browser and then enter dlinkap. local in the address bar of your browser. 

Step 5: Carry out the prompts appearing on the screen to complete the setup process of your D-Link powerline Wi-Fi extender.