“My Linksys extender has started giving me issues all of a sudden. Whenever I fix the issue, after 2-3 days, the same issue appears again. I don’t know what to do! Many sites have suggested me to do Linksys WiFi extender reset, but, actually, I really don’t want to do it. Please help me to do something different, so that I can make my range extender up and running in minutes, without resetting.” – A Linksys extender user!
If you also have the same query and you want to make your extender work properly, then this post can be of great help to you. Here, we are about to mention some of the best tips to make your device work smoothly (without causing issues) like never before. Let’s get the ball rolling!
Fixed: Linksys Extender Not Working
Power on Your Linksys Extender
First, ensure that your range extender is powered on. At times, due to insufficient power supply, the device in discussion may not work properly. So, to get the issue fixed in the easiest way, just provide steady power to your extender and from a working/ damage-free socket.
Make a Solid Connection
Another reason why your range extender is not working in a proper way is the unstable/ improper connection between your Linksys device and router. To cope up with the issue, you have a make a solid yet finger-tight connection between them. How? By using an Ethernet cable! A cable that is well-working and free from cuts and other damages.
And, if you don’t want to connect your devices using a wired source, connect them wirelessly.
Is your Linksys extender working fine now? No? Maybe your internet connection and your router is the culprit which is making your device non-working. So, to troubleshoot the issue, you first need to check your internet connection and ensure that it is not the culprit. Regarding this, you can coordinate with your ISP. He can fix the slow internet issue for you (if persists) which is making your extender non-working.
Another thing that you have to do is to have a quick look at your router. Ensure that:
- It is plugged in a proper way
- The firmware on it hasn’t become outdated
- It provides live and active WiFi signals to your range extender
Have you verified all the things listed above for your router? Are the router-related things good going? Still, your range extender is not working in a proper way? No worries! We haven’t left your back! Apply the next troubleshooting tip to fix the issue in a flash!
Power Cycle Your Devices
This is one of the best troubleshooting hacks known for fixing a plethora of issues (any) with your technical devices, be it router, range extender, computer, laptop, modem, Smart phone, smart HDTV anything. But, here, we are talking about the “Linksys extender not working” issue. So, we will provide you with the steps to power cycle your range extender. But, you can use the instructions provided here to power cycle any technical device that does not work for you or stopped working all of a sudden.
Follow the instructions highlighted below and know how to power cycle (restart/ reboot) your WiFi range extender:
- Disconnect your extender and router
- Wait for a few seconds
- Turn off your range extender
- Wait for 1-2 minutes
- Reconnect your router and the extender
- Now, turn the extender on
A quick tip: Restart/ power cycle your internet router as well using the same instructions as your range extender.
Set Up Your Linksys Extender
If none of the fixes listed above help you make your range extender work for you, then it is quite possible that you have not configured it properly. Hence, to make the most out of your device, set it up by accessing the extender.linksys.com web address correct Linksys WiFi extender login, and follow the instructions correctly in the way they are provided.
A quick tip: If you want the easiest method for extender configuration, use the WPS method. Just press the WPS button on your extender and router at the same time to configure your Linksys device while relaxing on your couch.
So, can we hope that your Linksys extender is working fine now? Yes? Fab! Take this bonus tip and allow us to wrap up this article! Whenever you feel like your extender is running slow, not providing you the expected internet speed, or you want to make the most out of the Linksys device, keep updating its firmware from time to time. Regarding this, see your extender’s user manual.
