Are you facing the red LED issue after performing Wireless-n WiFi repeater setup? If your answer is yes, then over here, you will get the permanent fixes to troubleshoot the issue right from the comfort of your home. Hence, without much delay, let’s start over, shall we?
Reasons Behind Getting Red LED Issue
We are really sorry for the interruption! But, it is very important for you to know the reasons causing it. The reason is, if you know the reason, wouldn’t it be easier for you to troubleshoot the issue? For instance, if technical glitches are the reason causing the issue, you will straightaway jump on that fix without wasting your time applying other fixes, right? So, scroll down a little to know the actual reason causing the issue:
- Improper Wireless-N WiFi repeater setup
- Bad location of your WiFi repeater/extender
- Outdated firmware on your wireless repeater
- Poor internet or connectivity issues between your repeater and router
- Technical glitches
These were the topmost reasons causing the annoying issue in discussion. Now, without wasting much time, let’s get started with the process of fixing it!
How to Troubleshoot Red Light Issue?
Do Wireless-N WiFi Repeater Setup Properly
Improper or partial repeater setup can force the dangerous LED to blink or flash red on the device in discussion. If you do not wish to see the red light again and want to make the most out of your Wireless-n WiFi repeater, make sure to set it up in the way it is required to.
What happened? Are you getting worried about how to perform the repeater setup process in a proper manner? Don’t bother! The complete instructions to initiate the process are highlighted above (in the previous Para). Kindly click on the highlighted term! And, after clicking on the term, you just need to go through it once and after that, apply the instructions in the exact given order as provided on the page.
Update the Repeater’s Firmware
After setting up the repeater, you are supposed to update its firmware, ensuring that it is kept error-free forever. Moreover, updating the firmware on a regular basis will make sure that the performance of the device will keep on improving whenever you perform the process. Also, the process helps take the internet experience of the users to the next level (apart from setting it up).
Hence, visit the official site of your device – apply the given firmware update instructions, and get ready to enjoy the boosted extender performance.
Change the Repeater’s Location
The red light issue may also persist if its location is not good at all. Don’t worry! To stop the issue from happening again and again, you simply need to change the current location of your device.
Where to place the repeater?
- If you have placed it somewhere on a lower shelf, try keeping it on a table, but not behind your computer or any other device.
- Similarly, if you have placed it on a higher shelf, try to lower it.
- Your repeater must not be placed 5-6 feet above the ground or inside your closet/ cabinet.
Keeping the aforementioned points into consideration, we really hope that you have taken a step forward already towards fixing the red light issue.
Check Your Internet Connectivity
If you have connected the repeater to an internet connection that is poor or not working at all, then also you will see the red light on the device. Therefore, contacting your ISP might help you fix poor internet connectivity issues.
Once you see that your internet connection is working fine, connect your WiFi repeater to your host router wirelessly or using an Ethernet cable – say goodbye to the red light issue, and start enjoying the smooth internet speed to the fullest.
Reboot the Entire System
To get rid of red light or any other technical issue, rebooting or power cycling has proved to be one of the best yet ultimate fixes. Let’s take you through the process of commencing the process in the exact given order:
First and foremost, disconnect your WiFi repeater from the internet (router).
Unplug your router and the repeater and turn them off.
Wait for 4-5 minutes and then plug in back your router.
Within a minute, turn the repeater on and reconnect it with your internet connection.
Now, you will see that your Wireless-N WiFi repeater has started flashing green LEDs instead of red, hasn’t it? Yes? Enjoy! The issue is fixed now and you can start using it (the repeater) the way you want.
