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Coach_Olsson
Tutor
Aug 13, 2015
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WNR2000 doesn't broadcast SSID, can't find it on list of wireless networks

Hello,

 

I recently moved and after I got my internet up and running, I plugged in my WNR2000 router so I could wirelessly connect to the internet. After I set up the wireless in the browser, and turning on the hardware, I can't find the SSID in the list of internet connections from my computer. If I plug in the ethernet cable from the router to my computer, the internet works fine (how I am currently typing this). Help?

 

Thanks,

Coach

Troubleshooting
  • Babylon5's avatar
    Babylon5
    Aug 14, 2015

    Coach_Olsson, I’m pretty sure that your router has corrupted flash memory and you will not be able to change the firmware or turn on WiFi, I have sent you a PM with details on how to seek an RMA.

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  • Babylon5's avatar
    Babylon5
    NETGEAR Employee Retired
    Aug 13, 2015

    In the ‘Advanced Wireless Settings’ page of the router admin, check that ‘Enable SSID Broadcast’ is selected.

     

    If it is selected then de-select, click ‘Apply’, then select it again and click ‘Apply’, basically toggle the option.

     

    If that still does not work use the router option to save the current configuration, then factory reset the router. After the reset see if the SSID is being broadcast by checking with your wireless computer. If it is try restoring your settings and check again.

      • ElaineM's avatar
        ElaineM
        NETGEAR Employee Retired
        Aug 13, 2015

        Hi Coach_Olsson,

         

        Do you happen to have traffic meter enabled on the router? This is under "Advanced" tab. Kindly, uncheck if it's selected and let us know the result. However, if it's not selected, did you try upgrading the firmware?

         

        Regards,