Troubleshooting - Linksys RE3000W User Manual

Linksys Wireless-N Range Extender

Troubleshooting

NOTE
Your RE4000W works on 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks.
You cannot get your extender connected
Check the position of your router and extender
• Place the range extender close to the router or access point when
beginning setup. At the end of setup you will move the extender to a
point midway between the router and the area without service. Be
sure that final location has at least 50% of your router's Wi-Fi signal.
range extender
• To reduce signal obstructions, try alternate locations for the router and
extender.
• Avoid placing the router and extender near metal objects, masonry walls,
and reflective surfaces such as glass or mirrors.
• Avoid placing the router and extender near other electronics that may
cause signal interference.
If you're using Wi-Fi Protected Setup to connect, wait until the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup indicator stops blinking before trying to make the connection again.
You cannot access your range extender
To access your range extender, you must be connected to your own network. If
you currently have wireless Internet access, the problem may be that you have
accidentally connected to a different wireless network.
For Mac instructions, see "To fix the problem on Mac computers:" on page 10.
To fix the problem on Windows computers:
1. On your Windows desktop, right-click the wireless icon in the system tray.
The icon might look different depending on which version of Windows
you are running.
2. Click View Available Wireless Networks.
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