Airport express extender not connecting to airport extreme

Mac OSX 10.9.5
Airport Extreme version 7.6.4
Airport Express version 7.6.4
I've done a hard reset of both Extreme and Express, set up Extreme and cannot set up Express as an extender.  Airport utility recognizes the Express, but shows an amber light.  Amber light also flashing on the airport Express, which is within 2 feet of the Extreme.
"Other Wi-Fi Devices" says no remote airport  base satin is discovered.   Same situation even when connecting the Express to the Extreme via an ethernet

Temporarily, please power off the AirPort Express and set it aside.
Restart the AirPort Extreme and check to make sure that it is performing correctly.  There should be a green light on the AirPort Extreme and devices that are in the same room or adjacent rooms should be able to connect to the Internet.
If you see a slow, flashing amber light on the AirPort Extreme.....
Open Macintosh HD > Applications > Utilities > AirPort Uility
Click on the picture of the AirPort Extreme
Look for the setting for Status
Click on the small amber dot there and report back with the exact message that you see

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