192.168.1.1 IP Address

All the networking device assigned an their different mac addresses and IP addresses like 192.168.1.1. This IP address 192.168.1.1 mostly used to setup or configure WiFi router, but extender also assigned this IP. Here, you will get to know about all the details about the 192.168.1.1 IP, like why it is used for, how you can setup extender through it and troubleshooting tips to solve some technical issues.

Why 192.168.1.1 IP Address Used for?

Networking devices are assigned an IP address, which helps them to connect the devices to the internet. You can use these IP address to get access to the admin interface of the networking devices. The IP address like 192.168.1.1 is pretty common IP address, which are mostly assigned to routers and extenders. Let’s see how to setup extender via 192.168.1.1 IP address using your computer.

How to Setup Extender via 192.168.1.1?

The 192.168.1.1 IP assigned to the Linksys extender, so connect your extender to the router via WPS button without using any cable.

• Connect your computer to the extender via SSID or LAN cable.
• Then, go in to the web browser in your computer and type in the IP address 192.168.1.1.
• To search just press the Enter button and reach to the login page of the extender interface.
• Here, you have to enter the username and password, if you don’t have, then find them in the user manual.
• By entering the admin credentials and clicking in the Log In button, you will get the access to the interface.
• Here, you can easily setup or configure all the settings, networks and features of the extender.

Why 192.168.1.1 IP Not Working?

There can be multiple reasons that can cause IP address not working issues. Have a look at reasons;

• Web browser that you are using for reaching the login page of the interface can be outdate.
• Connection of the router with the extender can be incorrect or wrongly established.
• Using wrong IP address like 192.168.l.1 can trouble you with similar problem.
• The computer can be not connected to the extender network and that also can be the reasons of the 192.168.1.1 not working.

Now, have a look at some of the troubleshooting tips, which you can apply when 192.168.1.1 IP address not working;

Troubleshooting Tips for 192.168.1.1 Not Working

Use Updated Web Browser

The problem can be dispelled by using any updated web browser in your computer. If you want to update the browser then follow these below written instruction;

• Go to the browser you want to update.
• Select the browser Settings and choose the About option.
• In the About tab, you can update the browser by clicking on the Update button.

Check Extender to Router Connection

If your extender is not getting any internet signals from the router then you can’t reach to the 192.168.1.1 interface. So, you must check the connection between the extender and router. If you are using the cable to connect, then ensure that the cable is in good condition, and connected in the correct ports.

If you are using WPS connection method, then you make sure that the extender is connected in the reach of the router.

Reboot WiFi Extender

After applying all the tips and you can’t find any solutions, then you can reboot the WiFi extender by following some of the steps below here;

• You can reboot the device by pressing the power button twice.
• You can also reboot the device by plugging the device out from the wall socket and plug it in again.