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MAGA_FJB
Feb 05, 2022Aspirant
R8000P "Couldn't connect to this network" when security enabled
R8000P Firmware R8000P-V1.4.2.84_1.3.42 Windows 10 Ethernet connected None of my devices connet (give subject error) if wifi security is enabled. Steps I have taken: 1. Complete reset of devi...
- Feb 05, 2022
The R series routers don't support actual MESH. I presume you set up the other system as a router and extender or repeater kind of configuration with two R8000Ps.
Ya, sent this unit back.
FURRYe38
Feb 05, 2022Guru - Experienced User
What WiFi devices are you connecting?
Any of these apple devices? if so, disable WiFI Private Address feature on these devices and see if they will connect with using WP2 and AES ONLY on the router. Beamforming and MIMO should be enabled along with WMM.
MAGA_FJB
Feb 05, 2022Aspirant
Cellphones, laptops. No apple devices.
They all work well with the AC1900 with wpa-aes. I am trying to upgrade my network but this router just isn't working right.