If you’ve been looking for information on how to set up a Comfast CF-WR754AC wireless extender, you’ve found the perfect spot. Here, we’ll go through all the options available to you. So, without any delay, let’s get started.

Methods to Setup Comfast CF-WR754AC Extender

Method 1: Comfast CF-WR754AC Setup Using IP Address

Users can make use of the default IP address of the CF-WR754AC to make their extender up and running. Refer to the steps highlighted below to do Comfast setup using the default IP.

Step 1: Let’s take the plunge with the unboxing of your brand new CF-WR754AC extender. With the extender unit, you need to take out the antennae, power cord (if available), and the user handbook. You are not supposed to act carelessly during unboxing. Else, the extender is likely to get damaged.

Step 2: Connect your Comfast extender’s Ethernet port to your router using an Ethernet wire. Also, get your hands on another Ethernet cable in case the one you’ve employed for connecting your devices fails to serve its purpose.

Step 3: You should now plug your router into an electrical outlet and wait. Right after that, plug your CF-WR754AC extender into an electrical outlet, and then turn it on.

Step 4: Indicating a successful connection is the Comfast CF-WR754AC extender’s internet light and power light both becoming solid green. After this is done, you may turn on your computer.

Step 5: Open a web browser and go to the Comfast extender’s control panel with the help of the default IP address. Relax! The default IP can be found in the extender’s handbook. Once you access the IP, a new window will instantly open. When you get there, you’ll need to fill up your Comfast logininformation (username and password) in the appropriate fields.

Step 6: To launch the setup wizard, please refer to the on-screen prompts. When you’re through learning how to set up a Comfast CF-WR754AC extender with the help of the default IP, click the “Done” button.

Method 2: Comfast CF-WR754AC Extender via Web URL

The procedure for setting up your Comfast CF-WR754AC wireless extender is detailed here. Walk through each step with utmost care. It will help you avoid issues during the setup process.

Step 1: Connect the computer’s LAN port to the other end of the Ethernet wire. Connect your ADSL modem to the WAN port on your extender. Please be patient while the link is being set up. Additionally, do not use a broken or damaged Ethernet wire. The connection between your devices is likely to suffer if you do not use a well-working Ethernet cable.

Step 2: Start up your browser of choice and go to the address bar where you may input the default web address. The default web address of your Comfast CF-WR754AC is ap.setup. If you want to access the Comfast CF-WR754AC Setup dashboard, click on the search button.

Step 3: Just leave the password box blank and provide the default username when setting up your WiFi extender. Next, hit the Enter key. You should utilize the credentials provided to you by your ISP whenever possible.

Step 4: Then, you’ll be sent to the Comfast extender’s primary configuration page. Go ahead and access the dashboard now, and choose either WAN settings or DHCP. Proceed to the DHCP settings page. When you get there, choose the Yes option where it says DHCP. Your IP address will be retrieved automatically. Make the necessary changes to the address and then save the changes.

Step 5: When deciding on an encryption method, WPA2 is your best bet. The password prompt will then appear. Put in the password here. The configuration changes will take effect once you restart the extender.

Endnote

You should be able to successfully set up your CF-WR754AC extender using the methods outlined above. However, consider changing the default settings of your device once you are done with the Comfast WiFi extender setup process. Doing so will safeguard your home network from piggybackers.