How to Connect RangeXTD Booster to ASUS RT-AX5400 Router?

Are you struggling with dead zones in your home even after installing ASUS RT-AX5400 router and surprisingly that is working well. Yes, it is possible. And there could be various reasons such as the hassle while setup or configuring the device.

And during whole of this procedure, there are a lot of things that might make individuals doubt themselves, such as pressing appropriate buttons, going to the RangeXTD login page, and deciding whether to utilize WPS or browser setup. The good news is that if you do it once, you’ll see that it’s not hard at all.

Let’s take it one step at a time and connect the RangeXTD booster to your ASUS RT-AX5400 router without making things too complicated.

Step 1: Connect the RangeXTD

Choose a wall socket that is between your router and the place where WiFi stops working. Don’t put it too far away; if the booster can’t get a good signal from the ASUS router, it won’t send out anything helpful. Plug it in and wait a minute. The power light should come on.

Step 2: Choose between WPS and Browser Setup

You may set up rangextd in two different ways:

• The fast way: Press the WPS button on your ASUS router and the RangeXTD.
• The lengthy approach: The lengthier approach is to use your browser’s rangextd login page.

If your router has the button, WPS works great (the ASUS RT-AX5400 has). If you want to choose the band (2.4GHz or 5GHz) you wish to extend, rangextd setup via browser that tends to provides you a little more choice.

Step 3: Set up WPS

• Press the WPS button on your ASUS RT-AX5400 router.
• Press the WPS button on the RangeXTD within two minutes.
• The lights should blink, and the booster should connect to the network in around 30 to 60 seconds.
• You’re done when the WPS light stays on. Now the extension should be sending out your ASUS WiFi again.

This is great if you want something very easy and don’t care what band it utilizes.

Step 4: Setting Up the Browser Manually

The browser way is a little slower, but it allows you more flexibility if you don’t like using buttons.

• To use the RangeXTD, connect your laptop or phone to the default WiFi network, often “RANGEXTD” or similar.
• Enter 192.168.7.234 or 192.168.10.1 into your browser. It may vary; check the handbook or device label.
• That leads you to the page where you may log in to rangextd. The default username and password are generally “admin/admin.”
• The rangextd setup wizard should show up when you get in. It will look for WiFi networks that are close by.
• Select a name for your ASUS RT-AX5400 WiFi from the list.
• Enter your WiFi password, match it to your router.
• Select 2.4GHz, 5GHz, or both for extension. 2.4GHz is superior for long ranges. 5GHz is fast in a confined area.
• Save your settings and let it restart.

You should notice a new WiFi network, such as “YourWiFi_EXT,” once it resumes. Your RangeXTD is boosting the ASUS signal.

Step 5: Check the Placement

Try it out now that it’s hooked up. Check the signal strength by walking around with your phone or laptop. Move the RangeXTD closer to the router if the signal is poor or slow. Boosters don’t create the internet out of thin air; they just regurgitate what they receive. Placement is the most important factor.

Step 6: Changes that are not required

• If you wish to change the name of the extended network, go back into the rangextd configuration page. You may either keep it distinct or give it the same name as your primary ASUS WiFi. Some people like it better since it makes devices switch automatically.
• If the login page says there is an update available, upgrade the firmware. Sometimes, extenders receive modest updates that make them work better.
• If you encounter latency, lock the extension to one band instead of both. That usually makes it rangextd stable.

Problems That Are Common

• The rangextd login page won’t open: Check that you’re really connected to the RangeXTD’s WiFi when you’re setting it up.
• Keeps disconnecting: This usually signifies that the extension is too far away from the router. Get it closer.
• Slow speeds: This is natural to some extent since extenders lower speeds by practically half. If it’s too much, consider relocating it or switching to the 5GHz frequency.
• Password mistakes: Make sure you’re typing in your ASUS WiFi password and not the admin password for the extender.

FAQs

What is the default password for RangeXTD?

Most of the time, the rangextd login and password are both “admin.” Check the device’s rear sticker if it doesn’t work.

Must I use WPS to connect RangeXTD to ASUS RT-AX5400?

If you don’t want to utilize WPS, you may still use the browser technique with the RangeXTD setup page.

Why is my RangeXTD slower than the ASUS router?

That’s how extenders do their job. They send the signal again, which adds some time. Selecting and positioning the suitable band lowers it.

Final Thoughts

That’s all there is to it. Connect the RangeXTD to your ASUS RT-AX5400 router and pick between the WPS shortcut or the browser RangeXTD setup. Placement is the most common mistake people make. Don’t put it in the dead zone. It will only work if you keep it where it can still get a good signal from the router.

You don’t have to touch it again after it’s set. It simply sits there silently and boosts your WiFi.