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Apple HomePod Mini cannot connect to Router R8000P
Just got today my new HomePod mini, going through the whole setup process but it cannot complete as it is "Unable to join Wi-Fi". I have an R800P running Firmware Version V1.4.1.64_1.3.25. Access Con...
I’m experiencing the same problem. Netgear doesn’t seem to want to open the correct ports. They also expect us amateurs to figure out how to go in and open the ports ourselves without any kind of support. Why spend 100’s of dollars on a top tier router that doesn’t know how to communicate with your devices. I’d return the router if I could. Where’s the support and fix Netgear?
- I have found a workaround.
1) I reset the Network settings in my iPhone (Settings -> General -> Reset -> Reset Network settings).
2) Add home With-Fi again on my iPhone
3) Complete HomePod Mini setup
I had to do a second HomePod the day after and I had to repeat the whole process.
What I cannot explain is why it worked.- I spent all afternoon trying to set up a Home parte ‘N’ mini and nothing I did would allow it to connect to my network. Finally I came upon your suggestion and it worked like a charm. Thanks again