How Do I Connect Setek WiFi Extender with Synology Router?

Have you just replaced your older router with a Synology router and now wondering how to connect extender with Synology router? Worry not! This blog will highlight the key instructions to be followed in order to connect an extender to router. To make things, easier for you to understand, we are mentioning the steps for Setek WiFi extender setup with router. You can use them for any extender.

How to Connect Setek WiFi Extender with Synology Router?

1. Set Up WiFi Extender Using WPS Method

Since the Setek extender as well as the Synology router supports the WPS configuration and have WPS buttons, you can connect them through the WPS method. Here’s how:

• Bring the Setek extender in the room same as WiFi router.
• Now, find and press the Synology router’s WPS button.
• In the time frame of 2 minutes, press the Setek extender’s WPS button.
• The connection will be completed.

2. Set Up Using the Manual Method

The manual approach should be adopted if your Setek extender does not have a WPS button or you can’t connect it to Synology router after making certain attempts. Follow the steps given below to connect your Setek extender with Synology router using the manual method.

• Keep the Setek extender in the range of the Synology router.
• Now, turn off the Synology router and let it restore its settings.
• Power up the Setek extender.
• Open network settings on your PC and connect to the WiFi network named SETEK.
• You don’t need any WiFi password to connect to this network.
• If you have an Ethernet cable, create a LAN connection instead.
• Load a web browser. It will take you to the set up page instantly.
• If your extender’s admin portal does not open up, access 192.168.10.1 IP.
• Type password into the Password field and select Login.
• Choose the mode into which you want Setek extender setup to be done.
• Select the Synology router’s WiFi network from the list appearing on the next widnow.
• Enter the WiFi password.
• Click Connect.

In this manner, you can connect Setek WiFi extender to Synology router using the WPS or manual method. This is to inform you that the SSID of your extender will be the existing router’s network name having the + symbol as its suffix. The WiFi password will be as same as the router.

Troubleshooting: Cannot Connect Setek Extender with Synology Router

There are chances that you will fail to connect both devices using both the mentioned methods. This might happen when the extender is not running on the default factory settings. Thus, if you face the Setek extender not connecting problem, reset it to the default factory settings using the given steps:

• Ensure that your extender is powered up.
• Find the Reset button.
• Press the button and hold it for 7 seconds.
• The Setek WiFi extender will reset.

The Final Words

You can connect Setek WiFi extender to Synology router using two different methods – Manual and WPS. Two operating modes – repeater and extender mode are recommended in that case. However, the connection won’t be established if your extender is not working on the factory settings. Therefore, always reset the extender before you try to connect it to a new router.