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How do I update my NETGEAR extender's firmware using the Nighthawk app?

NETGEAR regularly releases firmware updates to improve product performance, add features, and enhance security. To ensure that new features are available on your extender, make sure that it's running the latest firmware.

If you do not already have the Nighthawk app, visit nighthawk-app.com to download and install the app.

To update your extender's firmware using the Nighthawk app:

  1. Connect to your mobile device to your extender's WiFi network.
    Your router and extender might have different WiFi network names (SSIDs). Verify that you are connected to your extender's network.
  2. Launch the Nighthawk app.
  3. If prompted, enter your admin user name and password.
    The user name and password are case-sensitive.
  4. If you also own a Nighthawk router, switch to managing your extender in the app. If you do not own a Nighthawk router, skip to step 5.
    1. Tap the home icon at the top-left corner of the screen.
    2. Tap the name of your router at the top of the screen.
      The Your Products screen displays.
    3. Select your extender from your list of products.
      The app switches to managing your extender.
  5. Tap the Network Map icon on the home screen.
  6. Tap the image of your extender.
    The details of your extender display.
  7. Tap the three dots at the top-right corner of the screen.
    Three options display.
  8. Tap Check For Updates.
    Your extender checks for new firmware.
  9. Tap UPDATE, if new firmware is available.
Your extender's firmware updates and restarts.
Last Updated:07/07/2025 | Article ID: 000062401

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