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tmj1726
Oct 26, 2021Follower
Nighthawk Mesh WiFI 6 Router MR80 Won't Connect to Home Network
I have a Nighthawk Mesh MR80 system. I am trying to do a new setup for a new modem I got, but it won't connect to the wifi network. The problem is that when I scan the QR code on the router it says t...
plemans
Oct 27, 2021Guru - Experienced User
A couple things.
1. what modem/gateway do you have?
2. Try factory resetting the router. maybe it was a returned device. Push and hold reset for 7-15 seconds while its powered on. Then try setup
3. If that doesn't work, you can hardwire a pc/laptop into the router and set it up this route. I usually use this route because its faster/easier.