What Should You Do To Enjoy Seamless Internet with Linksys Extender?
Planning to stream YouTube tonight? Great! I wish my Internet should be working as of yours! :(
Even after installing Linksys extender, on my friend's suggestion, I can't stream videos. I struggled with the WiFi issues for really long and after giving try to many ways, I finally got the solution. This post is to favor all those my friends who are struggling with the spotty or no Internet connectivity with their Linksys WiFi range extender.
Common issues that every single user is facing out of 10 is their router not connecting to the extender's WiFi or showing poor WiFi signal especially when multiple devices are connected with one WiFi. Struggling with the same?
Worry not! Without much ado, start with the steps listed below to rectify the issues with your extender Linksys.
Linksys Extender Troubleshooting Points Worth Trying
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Make sure your extender is properly configured with the router.
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Reboot your extender and router.
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Check if the LED lights on your router and extender are stable or not.
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Keep your Linksys extender away from things/devices like cordless phones, reflexive objects, fish tanks, refrigerators, concrete walls, etc.
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Check the power supply and hardware attachments for all your devices, including router, extender, and computer.
Have you tried all the troubleshooting tips? Are you still facing issues while connecting your Linksys WiFi range extender to your router? Oh! Well, we've many more advanced solutions.
Be cautious: If you are not a tech-savvy and are unfamiliar with the technicalities of WiFi devices, then contacting expert technicians would be a better option for making your Linksys range extender working.
Advanced Troubleshooting Tips To Fix Linksys Extender Connectivity Issues
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At times, an outdated firmware can create issues related to WiFi connectivity. Thus, update the firmware of your extender right away. You can access http://extender.linksys.com for getting the latest firmware update for your Linksys extender.
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Update the software version of your web browser as well. If you are using an outdated web browser to access the Linksys range extender setup page, then also you may find connectivity issues. You can also try using another web browser for login. Clearing cache, cookies, and browsing history will be a plus to avoid any further browser-related issues.
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Check if your Linksys extender is in the range of your router or not. Repositioning the device can also help you get a fix to the problem. If you are planning to relocate the extender Linksys, try to place it in open and somewhere in the mid of your house. Besides, make sure your Linksys extender is not getting signal interference from things nearby.
If any of these hacks are not making your Internetworking, I recommend you to reset the device to default factory settings and give it a run from scratch.
After resetting the device, if you are not sure of proper installation steps, you should seek help from a technical expert to make your Linksys extender up and running so that you can enjoy the Internet the way you fancy.