Netgear Genie is a desktop application that runs on both PC and Mac. It can be configured to manage Netgear home routers, providing a simple dashboard to monitor, control and repair home networks. Connect with Netgear and setup Smart app. Download and install netgear genie app from your web browser. Download Netgear Genie app for desktop and laptop from official website of Netgear or to use it on mobile device, download it from App Store or Google Play Store. In this post we are summarizing on Netgear Genie Smart Setup steps via Ethernet connection.
You can Perform all of this directly from your desktop application of Genie:
- Perform a network speed test
- Set up a guest network for friends or family
- Easily change the SSID (name) or password of your wireless network
- Set up Live Parental Controls
- See a graphical map of all your network connected devices
Other Information Regarding Netgear Genie Smart App
- Developer: NETGEAR
- Newest version for Windows and Mac: 2.4.38
- Latest version for Android: 4.2 or higher
- Supported platforms: Mac OS X, Windows XP or higher, Android, iOS, Windows Vista (32 bit and 64 bit)
- Software Licensing: Freeware
Netgear Genie Smart Setup
The following steps are required to get connected to Netgear Wi-Fi router using Netgear Genie setup. You have to make sure that your Netgear extender is connected to your existing Wi-Fi network or any other wifi device of Netgear. The information in this article is regarding configuration Netgear router using the Netgear Genie Smart Wizard.
Steps For Configuring Cable Internet Connection After Factory Reset
- Connect the Ethernet cable from the computer to any one of the LAN ports of the router.
- Type http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1 or routerlogin.net in the address bar and press Enter.
- The default username is “admin” and password is “password”. Enter these login details and click on login button.
- The Setup will finish configuring the internet connection.
- Click on Setup Wizard.
- Select Yes and click Next. For cable internet connections, the Setup Wizard detects Dynamic IP.
- Click Next. The router saves the settings.
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Use the following URLs in your web browser for netgear extender login depending on your device:
▪Windows: http://mywifiext
▪Mac OS X or iOS: http://mywifiext.local
▪Android: http://<extender’s IP address>
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Note: These instructions apply only to the following extenders:
▪Nighthawk X6S AC3000 Tri-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX8000
▪Nighthawk X6 AC2200 Tri-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX7700
▪Nighthawk X4S AC2200 Tri-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX7500
▪Nighthawk X4 AC2200 Dual-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX7300
▪AC1900 Nighthawk WiFi Range Extender Model EX7000
▪AC1900 Dual-Band WiFi Mesh Extender Model EX6400
Netgear Genie misbehaves when people try to use it via commands over Alexa. Don’t worry. Troubleshooting of Netgear Genie problems have been done by our Tech experts. Netgear Genie Problems that we resolve are:
- Netgear Genie Connection Issue
- Netgear Genie Login Issue
- Netgear is Not Working After Reset
- Netgear Not Working in Windows 10
- Netgear Genie Setup
- Troubleshoot “There are multiple devices on this network” Error
- Netgear Genie Connection Issue
These are one of the most common issues for Netgear Genie users. Contact to our Certified Technicians to resolve all issues regarding Netgear Genie at 1888-399-0817.


