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gcwest007
Aspirant
Mar 09, 2025

AC1200 won't connect with xfinity xb8 router

My old AC1200 worked fine with my older Xfinity router, but can't connect to my new XB8.  I've tried the WPS setup, Nighthawk app, website setup, and all the other recommended options, including add ...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Mar 09, 2025

Might check to see if WPA3 security on the wifi is present. Older generation device don't like newer versions of WPA, even if they don't support it. 

 

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gcwest007
Aspirant
Mar 09, 2025

That could be it.  The router has WPA3, but the connection to the Netgear only shows WPA2.  Sounds like I need a new extender.  Jim

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Mar 10, 2025

    Try disabling security on the new router for temporary to see if the NG extender will connect at all. 
    Re-enable after testing. 

    Probably.