How do I get the best performance from my Nighthawk Mesh WiFi Range Extender?

Follow these tips to get the best performance from your range extender:

Select a higher wireless channel on your router. We recommend using channels 149–165.
For more information, visit What do I need to know before selecting a different wireless channel?.
Enable One WiFi Name.
For more information, visit How do I enable or disable One WiFi Name on my Nighthawk Tri-Band WiFi Range Extender?.
Enable the 2.4 and 5 GHz WiFi radios on your router.
Place your extender about halfway between your router and the area with a poor WiFi signal.
For more information, visit How far should I place my Nighthawk Tri-Band WiFi Extender from my router?.

Last Updated:07/07/2025 | Article ID: 000048428