How to Fix Netgear_Ext Not Showing on Network List

Sometimes your Netgear_Ext does not appear on the network list. Some of the potential reasons behind the issue are poor internet service, disabled Network connection, partial extender installation, extender, and router kept placed incorrectly, and outdated firmware.

The problem can be fixed by several different things like making sure that you have a stable internet connection, you are using the latest version of the firmware, trying to keep the extender and router close to each other, installing and setting up the extender in a correct manner and make sure you have enabled the network connection.

You can also consider checking the physical connection and making sure that there are more damaged cables.

Some of the Factors Contributing to this Problem are Listed Below. 

• Partial extender installation
• Poor internet service
• Disabled network connection
• Distance between extender and router
• Corrupt or outdated firmware

Different Methods to Fix Netgear_Ext not Showing on Network List-

Below mentioned are the different troubleshooting methods that you need to apply to fix the Netgear extender not appearing in the network list. 

1) Make Sure You have a Stable Internet Connection 

There is a chance that the name of your extender is not appearing in the list of extenders because of a slow or weak internet connection. Therefore, you must make sure that you have a stable internet connection.

Please ensure that your router is properly connected to the extender. If you are using a wireless connection to connect both the devices, then switch to a wired connection. This will provide you with a stable internet connection. 

2) Update the Firmware of your Netgear Extender

Your firmware may get corrupted due to the presence of malware on your system. Therefore, it is important to run a scan on your device. A corrupt or outdated firmware may result in Netgear_Ext not showing on the network list.  In order to fix this problem, you need to carry out the instructions to update the extender. 

3) Keep Your Extender Close to the Router

You may also face this problem if your extender is kept at a distance from your router. Therefore, you need to make sure that your router is kept close to the extender. They should not be kept very close to each other or else the Wi-Fi signals will clash, which can further lead to more technical problems. 

4) Enable Network Connection 

A disabled network connection can also lead to this problem. To resolve this issue, open the network adapter settings. Now, right-click on the network name that you want to use and then select the Enable option. 

5) Install your Netgear Extender Correctly

Another thing that you can try to fix this issue is to install the extender properly. There is a chance that you are encountering this problem now because you made a mistake during the initial setup.

In order to make your network name visible in the list of networks, you need to install your extender properly. There are some things that you need to keep in mind while setting up your extender.

These points are listed below. 

• Make sure that there are no loose wired connections. Your ethernet cable and power cable should be tightly connected. Replace any damaged wires. 
• Please ensure that the internet browser you are using is updated. 
• Keep your extender device away from baby monitors, washing machines, aluminum studs, televisions and cordless phones.