Router simply connects with your home network like modem or ISP with the help of the Ethernet cable. Here, we will provide instructions to connect the Arris router with the modem. we have also given steps to configure the router via Arris router login web interface dashboard.
Then, you have seen extender connection methods which are Ethernet cable or WPS method (without cable). After that at the end, you have learned how to adjust the settings and networks of the extender connected to the router.
Arris Router Setup
Setting your new Arris router in your house is pretty simple process. Here, in this section, you will get to know about how to link your Arris router with modem, and how to configure it.
Connect Arris Router to Home Modem
You have to start the Arris setup by connecting the router with the modem through the Ethernet cable.
- Put the Arris router device close to the modem.
- Use the Ethernet cable which should be in good condition.
- Now, connect the WAN port of the router to the LAN port of the modem using the cable.
Access Interface to Configure (Computer)
You can log in to the interface through your computer. We will show you how to do it.
- You have to link your computer with the Arris network through LAN cable.
- Then, use the updated web browser to search the interface IP 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1.
- The above given IP will take you to the login page, where you have to enter admin credentials.
- The admin username and password are given on the label and in the user manual of Arris WiFi router.
- By clicking on the Log In you will get to the interface page, where you can setup the device easily.
After configuration, you will see Arris Router Blinking Green which means the router is getting data traffic. Now let’s see how to add extender to your home network.
Connect Extender to Arris Router
There are two methods that you can use to connect extender to the Arris router, which are via Ethernet cable or WPS method. Let’s look how to use them one by one.
Ethernet Cable
- To connect extender with the Arris router via cable, you have to place it close to the router.
- Now, use the Ethernet cable and connect the router LAN port to the extender WAN port.
- Then, simply turn on the extender by plugging it in a electric wall socket near to the router.
WPS Method
- To connect the router to the extender with the help of WPS method, you have to turn it on first.
- After turning on the devices, press the Arris router WPS button to start the connection.
- Then, hit the WPS button on the extender, after 5-10 seconds the connection will established automatically.
Configuration
- To configure the extender connected to the router, you have to use the computer or laptop.
- Just connect it using the LAN cable, and open the updated web browser in it.
- In the browser, you have to search the Extender IP address which is given on label at the back of the device.
- You will reach to the interface login page, where you have to enter the admin credentials like username and password.
- By clicking on the Log In button you will get to the interface page, where you can adjust teh settings and complete the connection easily.
End Section
Here, in this article, you have learned how to connect the Arris router to the home modem with the help of Ethernet cable. Then we have provided steps to configure the router through the web interface. we have also shown how to add a extender to your home network with the help of WPS or Ethernet cable and interface login.