Hackers are everywhere. You never know whether they are your relatives, neighbors, or even a close friend. The risk of the WiFi networks getting hacked surges when you live in a building consisting of multiple apartments. Sounds scary? Well, your WiFi network will get hacked only if it is working on the default SSID and password.
FYI, every networking device arrives with the default SSID and password so that users can set up their devices. However, keeping them forever is not a good choice at all as WiFi bandits are more likely to prowl over your WiFi network like a predator. So, you should consider changing the WiFi password and SSID of your networking device. Collectively, these settings are known as WiFi or wireless settings of your device. In this post, we will shed light on the steps to change the WiFi settings of your Wavlink range extender. So, keep reading.
Before You Change Extender SSID and Password
There are certain things that you will need in order to successfully change the SSID and password of the Wavlink wireless extender. Have a look at them:
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Your Wavlink WiFi extender and already configured host router
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The default Wavlink login password
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A web browser that is secure and running on an updated software version
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An Ethernet cable that is not worn out
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A computer or a laptop
Moving on, let’s start the discussion to change the SSID and WiFi password of your Wavlink range extender.
Steps to Change Wavlink SSID and Password
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Power Up the Extender
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Connect your Wavlink device to a power source by inserting its pins into it.
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Press the Power button.
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Wait patiently and let the power light stabilize.
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Connect Router and Extender
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Time to bring the Ethernet cable into action! Pick it up.
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Connect your extender’s LAN port and the router’s Ethernet port using it.
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Make sure that the connection is finger-tight.
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Run a Web Browser
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Switch on your computer or laptop.
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Let the PC get ready for use.
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Now, run Google Chrome or a similar internet browser.
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Access Wavlink Extender Login Page
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Go to the internet browser’s address bar.
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Now, you have to type wifi.wavlink.com or ap.setup.
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Press Enter.
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See if the Wavlink WiFi extender login page shows up.
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Log in to Your Wavlink Device
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On the Wavlink WiFi login page, type the default password of your Wavlink extender.
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If you’ve modified the Wavlink login password, use it.
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Click Login.
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The dashboard of your Wavlink range extender will appear.
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Change Wavlink SSID and Password
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On the Wavlink dashboard, click WiFi.
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The WiFi Settings page will be seen.
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Here, enter the SSID for your Wavlink extender.
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Thereafter, type the new WiFi password.
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Click Save.
With that, new WiFi settings will get assigned to your Wavlink range extender. Now, WiFi bandits won’t be able to access your Wavlink device. What happened? Did you have hurdles while changing the WiFi settings of the Wavlink extender? Have a nudge on the few pointers that will help you make the process cakewalk.
Fixed: Can’t Change Wavlink SSID and Password
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Improve Router-Extender Connection
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Place your Wavlink WiFi extender and router closer in the case of a wireless connection.
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The Ethernet connection (if used) must be finger-tight.
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Clear Browser’s Cache
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The browser must not contain cache, cookies, and browsing history. So, delete them.
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If doing so fails to bring positive outcomes, consider switching the web browser.
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Use the Correct URL
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There should be no typing errors in the Wavlink URL entered by you.
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Use the address bar of the web browser.
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Enter the Correct Login Password
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The Wavlink admin password is case-sensitive. Therefore, do not turn the Caps Lock key on when not required.
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Cross-check the Wavlink administrative password before hitting Login.
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Eliminate WiFi Interference
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There should be no WiFi interference in the room in which your Wavlink device sits.
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Consider keeping the extender in the central location of the house instead of a corner.
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No Fluctuation in Electricity
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Electricity is the prime requirement to power up your entire network system. Thus, it should be uninterruptible. For this, use a UPS.
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Do not plug your computer, Wavlink extender, or the host router into a non-working wall socket. It might result in hardware damage.
Sum Up
After keeping the above-discussed Wavlink troubleshooting techniques in mind, you will be able to change the SSID and password of your extender with ease. Did you like this post? Your feedback is awaited.