How to Setup D-Link Router as a Repeater?

Improvements in technology have nearly universalized smart home appliances. A router can function in multiple modes and simultaneously serve as a switch, AP, range extender, or other functions. The D-Link DIR612 router, among others, can be set up to act as a range extender.

This blog will lead you to quickly Setup D-Link Router as a Repeater if you're using one of these devices at home and want to configure it as a repeater or range extender.

Setting Up the D-Link Router as a Repeater: Moving Forward

You must first sign in to the web-based setup wizard to set up your D-Link router as a repeater. After logging in, you can search the options and turn on the repeater mode. You can follow the instructions listed below:

• Heading to the login page

• Check if your D-Link router is operating properly by turning it on.

• Use a wired or wireless connection to join your computer or wireless device to the local network of the D-Link router. You'll get a notification once the two are connected.

• Now open a web browser, enter the default web address http://dlinkrouter.local in the address field, and click Enter.

• The screen will now show the D-Link router login page. You'll see where you can type in your login and password.

• Click the Login button after entering the default information in the appropriate fields.

• Now that the credentials have been verified, the login wizard will log you into the setup wizard.

Setting up Repeater mode

• Tap the Wireless tab at the top of the main setup wizard.

• Select the Wireless Repeater option from the left bar under the Wireless section that displays on the screen.

• Additionally, select the Repeater Enabled radio button on the screen that opens. Enter the SSID that you want to use for your repeater right now.

• To get a list of the accessible access point networks instead, click the Site Survey button.

• Click the Next button after choosing the person you want to connect with. In the section marked "available" enter the Pre-shared key, then click Next again.

• Type your preferred IP address in the appropriate field on the following screen, ensuring it is in the same IP range as the main router.

• To proceed, press the OK button now.

• Once more, click the Finish button to finish configuring the device. Remember to restart your computer or wireless device after that. 

• t will be able to receive the new LAN IP address as a result.

• After completing the configuration process, click the Finish button to finish.

You can connect your computer or smartphone to your D-Link router to access the internet after setting it up as a repeater. Now that this gadget has been moved, you can enjoy smooth network coverage anywhere.