All About Hiding or Unhiding Netgear Extender SSID

To gain access to the WiFi network created after completing the Netgear extender setup procedure, one needs to access the SSID a.k.a. WiFi name of the extender. However, it is not always a healthy option to show the WiFi name of the range extender. The reason is that hackers always look for the SSIDs having weak network security. After all, changing the network passkey is not a feasible solution always. That is why it is suggested to hide the SSID of the extender right after the mywifiext setup procedure.

However, you can unhide it if you run a business and your employees need access to the network. Given in this post are the follow-up steps that will help you hide or unhide the range extender’s network name.

Steps to Hide/Unhide Netgear Extender SSID

• Start the process of concealing your range extender’s network name by powering up your WiFi device.

• Ensure that the power light is flashing the color green. However, it must be stable.

• Grab a network cable. An RJ45 will be the best choice.

• Connect the cable to the Ethernet ports of your networking gadgets (here Netgear extender and the main router).

• Make sure that the connection is anything but not loose.

• Now, switch on the computer or laptop and load an internet browser.

• You can select any browser out of Chrome, Safari, Edge, etc.

• Locate the address bar and click there.

• Key in the extender’s default URL and hit Enter.

• Soon, you’ll cross paths with the admin window of your extender.

• Input the extender’s default values prior to selecting Log In.

• The Netgear Installation wizard shows up.

• Go to Settings.

• Click the tab named WiFi Settings.

• You will come across the window showing the wireless settings of your extender.

• Uncheck the box saying “Broadcast this Network Name (SSID)” for both radio bands.

• Click the button labeled Save to make the changes effectual.

These were the steps that were required to be followed in order to hide the network name of a Netgear wireless range extender. However, if you are willing to unhide the SSID, you can check the option that you’ve unchecked to hide it.

Facing Issues Hiding/Unhiding Extender SSID?

Not everyone is a technical expert. Reports state that 7 out of 10 Netgear users are unable to hide the WiFi name of their extenders. Some of them are even unable to make it possible to the Netgear extender login window. If you too are among those unlucky users, then following these tips will help you flip the coin of your luck:

• Be sure that your Netgear wireless device is connected to a well-working power source.

• Use a UPS in case of abrupt power outages.

• Never proceed to hide/unhide the SSID of your range extender with the help of a damaged Ethernet cable.

• A finger-tight Ethernet connection is also an important parameter in order to attain success with the process of concealing the WiFi name of the Netgear range extender.

• The computer or laptop chosen for the process of hiding the network name must be flaunting an updated version of its operating software. Using a virus-free computer will be the cherry on top.

• Be sure that your WiFi devices are neither far than 3 meters nor less than that. Otherwise, the halt in the process will happen due to miscommunication or a clash of their signals.

• The web browser roped in to hide the WiFi name must not be outdated at any cost. Additionally, you can make it cache-free to avoid facing issues in the future when it comes to managing the Netgear extender.

• The default admin info of your Netgear wireless range extender is case-sensitive which should be entered carefully. If you’ve modified them, then the default ones automatically become ineffective. In that scenario, using the new credentials is the only feasible option.

Everything Considered

Hiding the SSID of the Netgear range extender is all about keeping WiFi bandits at bay. Need not to mention that doing so wipes out the extender’s WiFi name from every network list present in its range. Thus, there are minimal chances of your network being accessed by an unauthorized user.

This post was written in order to fill your brain regarding the knowledge of hiding and unhiding the SSID of the range extender. With that said, we are hopeful that you will be able to do so with ease. If yes, then the purpose of the write-up is accomplished.