Linksys RE9000 Setup

The Linksys RE9000 ac 3000 MU-MIMO Wifi Range Extender is a tri-band ethernet bridge, a wireless range extender, that will gift your Wi-Fi an ultimate boost and helps in eliminating the dead spots in hard-to-reach places like our backyard, or bedroom. 

 This extender has a 5 GHz dedicated backhaul connectivity that provides three times faster speeds whencompared with dual-band wireless range extenders. With the MU-MIMO technology, your Wi-Fi is 100% sure to be delivered faster, with fewer dropouts, and with a more efficient and optimum signal for each MU-MIMO-connected device. 

 Front Panel

 Back Panel

Features of Linksys RE9000

• It is a tri-band extender
• 5 GHz dedicated backhaul provides excellent speeds up to three times faster as compared to dual-band range extenders. It even supports 2.4 GHz backhaul.
• Boost the signal range up to 10000 sq. Feet
• It supports seamless Roaming
• Support easy setup through Spot Finder
• Has four gigabit LAN ports
• Affiliated with Beamforming Technology
• Has Band Steering
• Support of Single Extended SSID 
• Has Push-Button Connect 
• Range Extender mode

Linksys RE9000 setup

The Linksys RE9000 Range Extender can be easily set up in different two ways, 

• Range Extender mode
• Access Point mode

Range Extender mode of Linksys RE9000

 Before beginning with the process, ensure to have the following requirements:

• A dual-band wireless home router or access point 
• A computer device or tablet with Wi-Fi capability
• The Wi-Fi name as well as the password of your router
• Your Linksys RE9000 Range Extender should be at factory settings for the initial setup for this, press and hold the reset button for at least 5 seconds

Let’s begin

Step 1:

 Firstly turn ON the Linksys RE9000 and wait until the light blinks orange.

 Step 2:

 Now, using a Wi-Fi-enabled device, check for Linksys Extender Setup in the series of Wi-Fi and then simply connect to it.

 Step 3:

 Once you are connected, open a web browser and type “http://extender.linksys.com” in the Address bar and then press Enter key. 

 Step 4:

 A page will open on that click on Start Setup.

NOTE:

· If the Linksys RE9000 extender has not found a DHCP server, you have to turn towards its IP address that is 192.168.1.1.

Step 5:

 Under As a wireless range extender option, you will found the Next button, click on that.

Step 6:

 Now, by default, it will search for a 5 GHz Wi-Fi and utilize it as an upstream connection for exceptional performance. You are required to connect it to your existing 5 GHz Wi-Fi network. 

NOTE: 

If you have a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, no worry! Scroll it down and select the Choose 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi band option. 

Step 7:

 Type your Network Password in the password field and then tap on Next. Your network password is also called as the Wi-Fi passcode.

Step 8:

 A page will open there, click on Next.

 NOTE: It is recommended to leave Band Steering ON. 

If you want to create unique names for your range extender’s radio band, uncheck Band Steering and then type in your essentials in the space provided and then click on Next.

Step 9:

 Look for the Linksys RE9000’s best location through the Spot Finder technology.

Clicking on the Find better location button will show you the on-screen instructions as given below. Follow these instructions until you see that the placement is highlighted as Just right. Else, just click on Back and choose Connect anyway to move to the next step.

 Step 10:

 Once you are done, change your admin password of the Linksys RE9000 then clickonthe Save button. 

 QUICK TIP: Password hint will help you in recalling your admin password if in case, you forget it.

 Step 11:

 Now, register your Linksys RE9000 extender by typing your Email Address in the field given. Click on Next when you are done.

 QUICK TIP: If you don’t want to perform this step, then just click on Skip.

 Step 12:

 Now connect the wireless device to a new and unique  Wi-Fi. Clicking on the Next button will turn it blue if the connection is successful. Click on Next.

Now your Linksys RE9000 range extender must be set up by now. You may click on Print this to secure a copy of the settings.

At this time, you can now work with http://extender.linksys.com to access the extender’s web-based setup page. When it is on Range Extender mode then the Linksys extender RE9000’s top header will show Next-Gen AC Wireless Range Extender.

 Access Point mode Of Linksys RE9000

The Linksys RE9000 AC 3000 MU-MIMO WiFi Range Extender can be easily set up through Access Point mode. This portion will teach you the steps to be followed to set it up on Access Point mode.

 Before starting with the setup procedure, ensure to have the following requirements:

• A wireless computer system is a must
• Should have an ethernet cable all ready
• Ensure that no other devices are hardwired to the Linksys RE9000 extender

 IMPORTANT:  Only and only one ethernet connection must be detected at the point of setup. 

Once the setup process is complete, then you can hardwire additional devices. 

  let’s start:

Step 1:

 Begin the process by turning ON the Linksys RE9000 and wait until the light to blink orange.

 Step 2:

 With the help of a wireless device, locate as well as properly connect to the Linksys Extender Setup Wi-Fi.

 Step 3:

 Once it is connected, open any web browser and then type http://extender.linksys.com, to begin with, the setup process. 

 NOTE:  If your Linksys RE9000 extender has not detected a DHCP server, defaults to its IP address that is 192.168.1.1.

QUICK TIP:  If you want to skip the setup wizard, then click on Manual Setup.

Step 4:

 Choose the As a wired range extender (Access point) option and then click on Next.

Step 5:

 Now you will be asked to connect an ethernet cable to your router from your Linksys RE9000. Connect the cable and then click on Got it.

 Step 6:

 Now you are required to create a Network name along with Password for the extended network then click on Change.

 NOTE: If you want to create unique names for each radio band then uncheck the Band Steering. It is recommended to leave the Band Steering ON.

Step 7:

 Now, change the administrative password of the Linksys RE9000 extender and then clickon Save. 

Step 8:

Now, register your Linksys RE9000 by entering your email address. Click on Next. 

 Step 9:

 Now, connect your device to the new and unique Wi-Fi. Once you are done, the Next button will turn blue then click on Next.

 NOTE: At this time, you can use http://extender.linksys.com to access the Linksys extender’s web-based setup page.

Your Linksys RE9000 extender is now set up through Access Point mode. You can now click on Print this to secure a copy of the settings.

 When the Linksys RE9000 is on Access Point mode, then the header will show Next-Gen AC Wireless Access Point.

How to manually configure Linksys RE9000

There are many situations when you are required to bypass the Linksys RE9000 MU-MIMO Range Extender’s setup wizard. So for this, you can follow the instructions given below to configure your Linksys range extender manually.

 NOTE: We assume that the Linksys RE9000 is on factory defaults. To reset the Linksys RE9000, press and hold the Reset button for at least 5 seconds.

 Step 1:

 Firstly turn ON the Linksys RE9000 extender and wait until the light blink orange.

 Step 2:

 By using a wireless device, locate and connect it to the Linksys Extender Setup Wi-Fi.

 Step 3:

 Once you are connected, open any web browser and type http://extender.linksys.com to begin the setup.

 NOTE:  If your Linksys RE9000 range extender has not detected a DHCP server, then, in that case, its IP address is 192.168.1.1.

 Step 4:

 Now, click on the Manual Setup link.

Step 5:

 Next, type “admin” in the Password field given and then click on Login.

 Step 6:

 Configure the manual settings as per your need. You have now successfully bypassed the setup wizard. 

 NOTE: You can use the Wizard option by moving to Wireless > Wizard to configure the upstream connection. 

 Choose the mode according to your choice, click on Change and accept the on-screen instructions. 

 NOTE: Ensure to have an ethernet cable ready to connect the Linksys RE9000 extender to your wireless router, if you are changing it to Access Point mode.

How to manually reset Linksys RE9000 

 For resetting the Linksys RE9000, press the Reset button that is located at the back panel for at least 5 seconds. You can also mark the reset of Linksys RE9000 extender through its web-based setup page. For these purposes, you have to follow the instructions given below. 

Step 1:

 Firstly access the Linksys RE9000 extender web-based setup page. 

 Step 2:

 Next, move to Administration > Factory Defaults.

 Step 3:

 The page that will appear click on the Restore Factory Defaults button. Click on OK and wait till Linksys RE9000 extender goes through the reset process.

Linksys RE9000 firmware

Firmware updates of Linksys range extender are bug fixers along with functionality enhancements for the Linksys RE9000 MU-MIMO AC 3000 Wireless Range Extender. This range extender has an Auto Firmware Update feature that automatically updates the extender whenever there is a new version of firmware is available.

Linksys RE9000’s firmware update

To mark the update process, you need to follow the steps given below: 

Step 1:

 Firstly access the Linksys RE9000 extender web-based setup page.  

 Step 2:

 Click on Firmware Upgrade sub-tab under Administration. If there is any new firmware available, it will automatically detect it. 

 Step 3:

 Once you view an Update now option in the web-based setup page, you can continue with the update procedure.

 IMPORTANT: Do NOT turn OFF or do not even press the Linksys RE9000 extender’s reset button while you are performing the upgrade process. Wait till the upgrade is complete. 

NOTES:  

• If you want that future firmware file is automatically updated then select the Auto-update checkbox. Click on the Save button to finish.
• If you’re going to perform a Manual update, make sure to firstly download the latest firmware file from the Linksys Support site. Then click on the Select a file and Start Upgrade buttons to continue with manually upgrade of the Linksys RE9000 firmware.

Congratulations!! Your Linksys RE9000 firmware is upgraded now…

How to access the web-based setup page

The Linksys RE9000 is a tri-band ethernet bridge and an ultimate extender. For accessing the web-based setup page of the extender is done by following the instructions given below.

 NOTE: In this, we have assumed that the Linksys RE9000 extender has been already set up. If you have not set it up yet, there is no need to worry as there are two ways to access the web-based setup page. You can either set it up as a range extender or through an access point.  

Instructions to set it up to be on Range Extender mode.

Step 1:

 Open a web browser using a device that is connected to the extender’s Wi-Fi. 

 Step 2:

 Use one of the three methods given below to log in to the RE9000’s web-based setup page. Then press the ENTER key.

1. Type “http://extender.linksys.com” in the Address bar. 

2. Type “http://RE9000” (for Windows® users) or “http://RE9000.local” (for Mac® users). 

3. Key in the Linksys IP address in the address bar.​

NOTES:  

· If in any case, you have changed your Linksys RE9000 extender name, then you will require to use the custom name.

· If the Linksys RE9000 extender does not detect a DHCP server, then, in that case, the default IP address is 192.168.1.1. 

Otherwise, you will have to search for your extender’s IP address in the DHCP table. 

· ​Please be aware that, if you have to use the extender’s IP address for the setup process, you will lose the connectivity to its setup page once your connectivity has been established. You will be required to re-access the web-based setup page with the help of browser’s Address bar.

Step 3:

Now, you will be asked for an admin password. 

If you have changed your admin password, then type your customized password or else, enter the default “admin” in the password field and then click on Login.

 Congratulations!!  

Now you can access the Linksys RE9000 extender web-based setup page.

Linksys RE9000 review

With a 4.5 star rating, this device has some pros and cons, consider these before making purchasing decisions.

Let’s look to at Linksys RE9000 reviews:

Pros –

ü Great speed and an excellent range

ü Extremely easy to setup

ü Great wireless coverage

ü Simple and effective

ü High range extension

Cons –

❌ Complex security settings

 ❌ Continuous signal drops out

 ❌ Durability issues

 ❌ Issues with WPS setup mode

You can take an informative tour to Linksys RE9000 manual and search for the effective and best-detailed solution to all your irritating internet and Linksys RE9000 related problems.

If then too, your problem is not resolved then you can directly contact to the official website of Linksys RE9000 wireless range extender as we don’t provide any technical help through this article.

 FAQ’S

What are the different product requirements while using Linksys RE9000?

•  These are the following Linksys RE9000’s product requirements:
• A computer system or any other device with strong Wi-Fi capability
• A dual-band and reliable WiFi network 
• For better browser configuration:

• ​Internet Explorer® 8
• Chrome™ 25.0
• Firefox® 20

What is the default password of the Linksys RE9000 extender?

 The Linksys RE9000’s default password is admin.

 5. What is the default mode of the Linksys RE9000 out of the box?

  Linksys RE9000’s default mode out of the box is Wireless Range Extender.

What is the default IP address of the Linksys RE9000?

 The default IP address of the Linksys RE9000 extender is 192.168.1.1.

 NOTE: The Linksys RE9000 extender is a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) client by default. Once the Linksys range extender is set up properly, the DHCP server disables.

Which Wi-Fi connection standards are ultimately supported by the Linksys RE9000 extender? 

 The Linksys RE9000 extender supported network standards are 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11a, and 802.11ac.

Which Wi-Fi security modes do my Linksys RE9000 usually support?

 The Linksys RE9000 extender usually supports WPA2™ Personal and WPA2 / WPA™ Mixed Mode and WEP security modes.