Linksys RE6300 Setup

Search for an extender device that effectively boosts your home network’s reach? Get confused about which Linksys extender device model is perfect for you? No worries, here you will find the detailed information about Linksys RE6300 along with its features, specifications and setup. Furthermore, you’ll also get to know the Linksys RE6300 Setup troubleshooting steps to resolve the issues.

Linksys RE6300 Features & Specification

Prior to moving forward and beginning with the Linksys RE6300 Setup process, let’s understand the device. Linksys RE6300 is a range extender model. This device can enhance your home network reach. With the setup of this device, you’ll get a reliable home network with uninterrupted internet connectivity. The RE6300 device takes the signals fromthe  modem/ router device and amplify it further throughout your home. Its primary highlights are as follows:

• In the device AC750 dual band WiFi Technology is used with 802.11a/ 802.11b/ 802.11g/ 802.11n/ 802.11ac/ 802.11ab standards.
• It has 2 internal antennas that offer maximum coverage up to 6,500 square feet.
• With the setup of this device, you’ll get data speed from 2.4 GHz frequency- Up to 300 Mbps & 5 GHz frequency- Up to 433 Mbps
• The device comes with advanced security protocols, WPA/WPA2 mixed mode, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2-Personal and 64/128-bit WEP.
• Furthermore, you will see LED indicators on the device that indicate Power, WPS, Ethernet & Wi-Fi signal strength.

Linksys RE6300 Setup- Initial Process

Unboxing

Unboxing the device with utmost care. In the box you will get your extender device, a power adapter, an Ethernet cable and a user guide.

Placement

Thereafter, you need to search for a location to place the extender device. We highly recommend placing the extender closer to the router or modem device during the setup process. You can reposition it later. Remember, there should be no electronic device with radio frequency or heavy metal device placed closer to the extender, modem/ router device. This may create trouble in transmitting signals.

Power-Up

After placement, you need to plug the power adapter into the extender device and the power outlet. Switch on the power supply and monitor the LED of the extender device. You will see a blinking green light on the LED, wait till it turns amber.

Connect To Modem/Router

Thereafter, connect the extender device to the Modem/ router. To do so, you need to use an ethernet cable. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the extender device and the other end into the modem/ router device.

Linksys RE6300 Setup- Basic Configuration

Once the initial Linksys RE6300 setup completes, you have to follow the further steps mentioned to complete the configuration process.

• First of all, take a laptop or computer with a working internet connection and launch a web browser.
• Thereafter, you have to go to the address bar and search for “http-//extender.linksys.com”
• This will open a new web page from where you need to select the “setup range extender” option
• Another page will display from where you have to choose your device model name as “RE6300”
• The setup wizard will guide you further. Choose the “start setup” option and then click on the I agree option after reading all the terms and conditions to continue.
• The list of all the available networks will show on the screen. Select your existing network.
• Provide the password of your existing network afterwards. Type the information with utmost care, as a single mistake can create conflict.
• Thereafter, you can create a new SSID & password for your new network.
• Must remember to create a strong security key to keep your network secured from unauthorised access.
• Once all necessary changes are done, save the information by press “save & apply” option
• Lastly, relocate your extender device to optimise your network. Your extender device will help to find a better location for its positioning.

Linksys RE6300 Setup- Troubleshooting Steps

In case you encounter any trouble during the Linksys RE6300 Setup, you can try the given troubleshooting:

• Check all the cables connected to the extender device
• Then, check the internet connectivity by using a cable directly from your router/ modem device.
• Reboot your modem/ router and extender device.
• Check if there is any pending firmware update. If yes, then do the required and update it first.
• Try resetting the device to its factory settings. This will remove all the changes you have made in the settings. Thereafter re-configure the device.

In case you still encounter with trouble then connect technicians for help. The technical support team is available on call or via live chat. You just need to connect them on the above available number or using a live chat feature. One of the technical experts will guide you and provide tailored solutions to resolve the connectivity issue. So, what are you waiting for? Connect with an expert now and get a solution to optimise your home WiFi network.