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AC1200 R6230 can't connect as access point
Brand new R6230. Trying to connect as Access Point. Followed directions, but no Internet access. Device is showing up in my main router as R6230, IP 192.168.1.145, but shows as inactive.
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Apparently, the router is very sensitive to cable length. Brought it downstairs and connected it to a port with a shorter cable and it worked immediately, just like the instructions. Was able to connect to the Internet and then put it into access point mode in about two minutes.
Yes, both cables run directly to the master router (a G1100), and yes multiple routers from other manufacturers have had no problem connecting in either room (a Linksys E1200 is upstairs now). And no, the firmware version had no effect (tried .68, .80, and .86 in both rooms).
So just a tidbit to keep in mind about this particular router.
Apparently, the router is very sensitive to cable length. Brought it downstairs and connected it to a port with a shorter cable and it worked immediately, just like the instructions. Was able to connect to the Internet and then put it into access point mode in about two minutes.
Yes, both cables run directly to the master router (a G1100), and yes multiple routers from other manufacturers have had no problem connecting in either room (a Linksys E1200 is upstairs now). And no, the firmware version had no effect (tried .68, .80, and .86 in both rooms).
So just a tidbit to keep in mind about this particular router.
When reading this I would be more suspect about the cable and installation quality.
Just curious - beyond the "I had one at hand" - why adding routers (which make crappy wireless APs) instead of inexpensive wireless access points?
"Cable and installation quality". Ha ha ha! Like most installations, it was the exact same cable and same installer. And no other router has ever has the same problem. So doesn't take a genius to figure it out. Cable length matters.
A router makes a fine access point, and it was cheap ($50). And routers are more flexible so I can use them in other scenarios if/when I change my mind in the future. But if you'd prefer buying access points, can't blame you.
Good cables make 100 meters on GbE reliably. In some decades of installing data centers and large scale office buildings I've seen almost anything in cabling. Even cables with were tested as "good" during installation ... oh well.
Ok, 50 bucks is OK for what you get. Probably not many using a 100 meter cable for the Internet Ethernet uplink connection.
Let's see: Router A works with Cable A and Cable B. Router B works with Cable A and Cable B. Router C works with Cable A and Cable B. Router D doesn't work with Cable A but does work with Cable B. Logic says it's not a problem with Cable A, but with Router D. Standard troubleshooting process. So spouting cable statistics won't help the next person looking at this thread.