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EX6120 dual band wifi range extender device link led blank when plugged in ethernet cable
Followed the instruction and managed to set up the connection between the extender and the router; the router link LED is on. Tried connecting to the extender with my laptop and it was a success - ...
what router did you connect to?
did you setup via wps or the installation wizard?
do you have a different device you could try connecting it to just to verify its not a device issue?
what firmware are you on?
Hi,
Thanks for your reply.
I am using the router provided by plusnet, at the bottom it says SAFEMCOM Plusnet Hub One.
I setup the extender via wps.
Unfortunately, I don't have another router to try.
I managed to make it work now and the speed was OK but other devices, i.e. ipad, mobiles, keep being cut off the internet connection. I have to restart the router from time to time.
Thanks again for your reply.
One thing to keep in minde, the device---router link led can only show for one connection back to the router. If one connections great and the other not so great, it can create issues.
a couple things you can try.
1. move the extender closer to router.
2. optimize your wifi. download a wifi scanner program to see which channels have the least congestion and try switching to a less congested channel.
3. optimize placement. objects in your home could be blocking signals. furniture, hvac in wall, radiators, etc. sometimes moving laterally can help with reception as well.
https://www.tomsguide.com/us/wifi-extender-setup-guide,review-4133.html