Linksys Extender Not Working? Fix It!

December 6 2019

Linksys is one of the best devices letting you enjoy the internet the way you fancy. Though the WiFi devices are easy to install as well as operate, some users find the task difficult and face issues. If you own a Linksys extender and facing some problem relating to it, then this post is for you. Here we will guide you on various troubleshooting tips to help you make your Linksys extender up and running. Here we go.

Linksys Extender Not Working: Basic Troubleshooting

Check if your internet connection is working in a proper manner or not. Also, make sure your internet data package is active.
Keep your web browser updated to the latest version. Apart from that, clear cache and cookies from your web browser as this may also stop your Linksys WiFi range extender from working at its best.
If a particular web browser is not working for you, you can access the default web address extender.linksys.com from another web browser to perform the Linksys extender setup.
If the default web address is not working for you to access the Linksys extender login page, you can try to proceed further with the help of Linksys default IP.
Make sure your Linksys extender is updated with the latest firmware version as an outdated and corrupted firmware can also cause the problem of Linksys extender not working.
Cross-check whether the wire you have used to connect your router to the extender is not having any cuts.
Check if all your devices are getting adequate power supply.
Last, but not the least, reset your device to the default factory settings and configure it again using the proper steps.

Let's move ahead and guide you with the complete instructions on Linksys wireless extender setup.

How to Set up Linksys Wireless Extender

Sometimes users skip some steps and want to set up their device as soon as possible, but this can result in error or connectivity issues. So, one must properly configure his device to make the most of it.

Plug your Linksys extender to an electric power outlet and turn the power on.
Let the LEDs of your device get stable.
Now get access to your device and launch a web browser on it.
You can choose any of your preferred web browsers.
Next, enter the default web address extender.linksys.com in the web address bar of your web browser.
This will take you to the Login page. Here, you need to enter your username and password.
After filling all the necessary details, hit Log In.
Now navigate to Wireless and then towards Basic Wireless Settings.
Here, you will locate a radio button. You are advised to set the radio button to Manual.
Once done, you will be asked to enter the Network name (SSID) of your router.
Now head towards the Wireless Security section and from there opt for the settings that match the configuration of your router.
Now enter the WEP Key or Passphrase and hit on the Save button.

Hold on. This is a must!

It's time to unplug both your router and extender. Plug in both the devices again and let the LEDs on them to be stable.

That's it! Your Linksys extender may be synchronized with your router.

We hope that following the basic troubleshooting tips and configuring your Linksys extender in a proper manner will fix the issue of your device. If the problem still persists and you can't make the most of your WiFi device, then contacting tech support experts prove to be a big help.

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