Set Up Your gFiber Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Extender
The gFiber Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Extender is designed to be used along with your gFiber Wi-Fi 6E Router to help expand your Wi-Fi coverage so you can stay connected throughout your home
Setting it up is simple — you’ll pair it with your router (either wirelessly or with an Ethernet cable), then move it to the area where you need a stronger signal.
Follow these steps to pair your gFiber Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Extender.
Quick Setup Guide
To pair your gFiber Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Extender (GE6E220C):
- Power on your Mesh Extender.
- Press the WPS button on your mesh extender.
- Press the WPS button on your router.
- Move your mesh extender to its permanent location and plug it back in.
Total setup time: about 5–10 minutes.
What’s in Your Self-Install Kit
Your mesh extender either came with your router in a self-install kit, or in its own separate kit. If it came in its own kit, make sure you have everything before you start:
- gFiber Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Extender (Model GE6E220C)
- 1 power adapter cord
- 1 ethernet cable
Step 1: Turn on Your Mesh Extender
- Place your mesh extender within 5 feet of your router.
- Plug it into a power outlet using the power adapter cord.
- Press the power button on the bottom to turn it on. The status light will turn solid white.
Step 2: Pair the Mesh Extender with Your Router
- Press the WPS button on the top of your Wi-Fi 6E Router. The light will start blinking.
- Press the WPS button on the bottom of your mesh extender. The light will start blinking.
- Once pairing is complete, the mesh extender status light will turn solid green.
Step 3: Move Your Mesh Extender to Its Permanent Spot
- Unplug the mesh extender and move it to where you plan to use it — ideally halfway between the router and the devices you want to reach.
- Plug it in and turn the power back on.
- The status light will turn solid green, yellow, or red to show your connection strength.
You can run a speed test to confirm your connection is working.
Mesh Extender Light Status Guide
| Light | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Green | Connected | You’re all set! |
| Blinking green | Powering on | You’re all set! |
| White | Ready to pair | Start the pairing process. |
| Blinking white | Pairing is in progress | Make sure the extender is close to the router. |
| Red | No connection | Move the extender closer to the router and try pairing again. |
FAQs
We recommend no more than 2 for a home network. More than that can actually hurt your Wi-Fi performance by causing interference — so more isn’t always better.
You typically only need an extender if:
- Your home is larger than 2000 sq. ft.
- You have areas with weak Wi-Fi signal.
- You do a lot of video calls, gaming, or streaming and need strong, consistent coverage throughout your home.
Not sure? Use the Network Health tool in the gFiber App to check your coverage.
For the strongest signal:
- Put it in a central, open area of your home.
- Keep it out of closed doors, cabinets, or behind panels.
- Avoid metal or glass surfaces nearby, which can cause interference.
Not sure? Use the Network Health tool in the gFiber App to check your coverage.
You can move it anytime — no special process needed.
- Unplug the extender and plug it into a power outlet at the new location.
- Wait for the status light to turn solid, which confirms it’s reconnected.
- Open the gFiber app to check your signal quality.
Just repeat the same setup process for each device.
To pair an additional extender:
- Plug it into power.
- Pair it with your router using an Ethernet cable or follow the setup steps in the gFiber App.
- Wait for the status light to confirm the connection.
- Move it to its permanent spot.
Tips for the best performance:
- Set them up in order. Place them in a sequence: Router -> Extender 1 -> Extender 2.
- Give them space. Placing extenders too close together can cause interference.
- Less is more. Too many extenders can lead to congestion and slower speeds.
gFiber mesh extenders are provided based on your specific service plan and current router compatibility. They are not sold as standard retail purchases. In many cases, if your home setup requires an extender, one may be included with your service at no extra cost.
Since mesh extenders cannot be ordered through the gFiber App, please use one of the two methods below to check your eligibility and place an order:
Order Online (Web Portal): You can easily check if your current service supports additional equipment and order an extender directly through your account:
- Sign in to your gFiber account at https://gFiber.com/signin/.
- Navigate to your Account or Network settings.
- Select Manage Equipment to view your available equipment add-ons.
- If your plan and router are compatible, you will be able to add an extender to your order here.
Contact Customer Support: If you aren't sure if your current equipment supports an extender or if you don't see the option in your online portal, we are here to help.
- Reach out to us via chat or phone. Our support team can instantly check your account eligibility, confirm compatibility, and place the order for you.
| Features | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) 2.4GHz (2x2) 5GHz (2x2) 6GHz (4x4) |
| Compatibility | 802.11 ax (Wi-Fi 6, 6E) 802.11 ac (Wi-Fi 5) 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| LAN Ports | 1 x 2.5G Ethernet port 1 x 1G Ethernet port |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Dimensions | 4.9” H x 3.8” W x 3.6” D |
You can easily update your extender's name (like "Office" or "Living Room") directly in the gFiber App:
Before you begin, download the gFiber App from the Google Play Store or the App Store.
- Open the gFiber App and sign in.
- At the bottom of the screen, tap the Network tab.
- Near the top of the Network menu, tap the Manage extenders button.
- Select the extender you want to change and tap See details.
- Tap the Extender name field, type your new name, and tap Save.
