The standalone AmpliFi HD Router and MeshPoint can be set up as an access point with a 3rd party router by following this procedure:


Plug in your AmpliFi router or MeshPoint. The MeshPoint will have the 3 middle LEDs flashing, indicating that the MeshPoint is ready to be added.


Setup can be performed using the AmpliFi app or by connecting to the wireless 'setup network' on a computer or mobile device.


Setup using the AmpliFi app

1. Launch the AmpliFi app.

2. Select Setup AmpliFi Standalone MeshPoint

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3. Select the standalone router or mesh point to be set up.

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4. Select a local network for it to extend.

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5. Enter the password for that network and it will connect after a short time.

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Setup through the setup network

1. Connect to the MeshPoint's setup network, it should have the model name of the device and several letters and numbers after.


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2. A setup window will pop up, select the network that the MeshPoint will extend (the local network).


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3. Enter the password for the network you selected.


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4. The MeshPoint will then connect to the selected network.