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Stefanu
Sep 16, 2017Tutor
New firmware but not more able to connect to wifi
I just had an automatic firmware update. (to 1.12.0.18 I think). I found out because I had an authentication error on my wifi. While looking at the settings, I saw I had a new firmware update. I res...
Ely
Sep 16, 2017Luminary
Yes, after changing your router or resetting it, you should make all devices forget the network and reconnect the device, I however would strongly advice you against using "No password needed" as an option, anyone could use your network for malicious reasons included but not limited to hacking your network or doing criminal activities on your behalf.
Stefanu
Sep 16, 2017Tutor
The no password was only for testing. Don't worry 😀
- ElySep 16, 2017Luminary
Great!!
- StefanuSep 17, 2017TutorForgetting the network was not enough. I had to restart my phone. I kept getting verification error. Even without have a password protected WiFi. That should have ringed a bell 😀
Anyway, now everything is working, with password 😀. I only added my message in case someone else was in the same situation as I was.
Greetings
Stefan