# Netgear RAX50 WiFi Setup Guide
- Connect to the Router
- Plug in the RAX50 and power it on.
- Connect your computer or mobile device to the router's default WiFi SSID (found on the label) or connect via an Ethernet cable.
- Access the Admin Panel
- Open a web browser and enter
http://www.routerlogin.net or
192.168.1.1 in the address bar.
- Log in using the default credentials:
-
Username: admin
-
Password: password
- If prompted to update the firmware, follow the instructions to do so before proceeding.
- Configure WiFi Settings
- Navigate to
Wireless Settings in the left menu.
- Set the
Network Name (SSID) for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks.
- Set
Security Options: - WPA2 or WPA3 is recommended.
- Enter a secure
WiFi Password.
- Ensure
Enable SSID Broadcast is checked.
- Save Changes
- Click
Apply to save the settings.
- The router may reboot, and the new WiFi settings will take effect.
- Connect Devices
- Use your new SSID and password to connect devices to the network.