How to Connect RangeXTD Booster to Nighthawk RAX120 WiFi Router?

The Nighthawk RAX120 is a powerful WiFi 6 router great speed, great range, all of that. But even the best routers can’t break through certain walls or cover the far end of your house if your home’s layout is a maze.

That’s where RangeXTD Booster comes in. It’s one of those plug-and-play extenders that doesn’t need you to be a networking engineer to set it up. Just follow along and you’ll be sorted in 10-15 minutes max. You’ll need:

• Your Nighthawk RAX120 router (already set up)
• The RangeXTD Booster
• A smartphone (Android or iPhone)
• The RangeXTD App (free on Play Store or App Store)

Setting It All Up (Step-by-Step Instructions)

Step 1: Plug in the RangeXTD Booster

First, take the booster and plug it into a wall socket. Preferably somewhere midway between your Nighthawk router and the dead zone. For now, though, plug it near the router so the initial setup is smooth. You can move it later.

The device will power up. Give it about 30 seconds. You’ll see a blinking LED – usually blue or red – indicating it’s waiting for a connection.

Step 2: Download & Open the RangeXTD App

Grab your phone and go to the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
Search “RangeXTD” – download the official app. It’s light and won’t take more than a minute.

Once it’s installed, open the app. It’ll ask you for some permissions like Bluetooth and Location – just allow them because it needs that to detect nearby devices.

Step 3: Connect to RangeXTD’s Temporary WiFi

Here’s the part that throws some people off.

• Go to your phone’s WiFi settings
• Look for a network that says something like RangeXTD_XXXX or similar
• Tap to connect (no password usually required in setup mode)

Once connected, go back to the app.

Step 4: Pair with the Nighthawk RAX120 Router

The app should automatically detect your RangeXTD device.

Now it’ll show you a list of nearby networks. Find your Nighthawk RAX120 WiFi name on that list (usually something like Nighthawk_AX or whatever custom name you gave it).

• Tap on your router’s WiFi name
• Enter your WiFi password (the same one you use to connect your phone to the router)

After that, hit “Connect” or “Extend” (whatever the app says). It’ll take 30-60 seconds to link both devices.

Step 5: Finalize and Reposition the Booster

Once the RangeXTD is successfully connected to your router, it might ask you to rename the extended network. You can name it something like:

• MyWiFi_EXT
• Or just keep it same as your main WiFi for seamless roaming

Now unplug the booster and move it to the ideal spot – halfway between your Nighthawk router and the area where the signal was weak.

Plug it in. Wait for the light to turn solid blue or green (depending on the model). That’s your sign – you’re all set.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Booster not detected by app? Make sure your phone is connected to the temporary RangeXTD WiFi before opening the app.
• Wrong WiFi password error? Double-check that you’ve entered the right password of your RAX120 router, not your mobile hotspot or old connection.
• LED light red or blinking? Move the booster closer to the router till it connects and stabilizes. Then slowly shift it outward.

Sometimes, just restarting the booster and going through the steps again helps. It’s a bit annoying, but honestly, you’ll get it working.

Things to Keep in Mind

• Don’t place the booster behind thick walls or in a cabinet – it needs open space for signal flow
• Update the app if needed – some bugs get fixed with new versions
• Name your extended network smartly – if you have two signals with confusing names, you won’t know which one you’re connected to

And if you’re wondering, yes, the RangeXTD works well with Nighthawk routers – the RAX120 especially, since it broadcasts strong 5GHz and 2.4GHz signals. The booster can grab either and extend it cleanly.

The Summary

The RangeXTD extender and boosters are so fine and small devices which will surely boost your router’s signals, but the correct setup steps are must, if you want the connection error free. Hope we have helped you to complete the RangeXTD setup.

FAQs

How to connect RANGEXTD extender via WPS?

There is a WPS button on the extender which help you connect the extender with the router without any cable and configuration. Just press the WPS button on the router and extender. Then wait for the extender to show solid light.

How to log into the extender via computer?

First, you should connect with the extender’s SSID network. Then open the web browser and search the IP address 192.168.7.254 IP address. A login page will appear, just enter username and password to access the interface.

How to reset the RangeXTD booster?

Use a pin or pen and insert it into the reset pinhole of the RangeXTD extender. Press and hold the button for 10 seconds. Then it will start to reset.