“I am facing an issue in an attempt to connect Linksys WIFI extender to Spectrum router. I have been trying so hard to get these two devices connected and complete the setup, but it is not just happening. What to do?” reports a Linksys extender user.
Is the setup process failing for you as well as you can’t connect the extender to the router? Do not worry since you have landed on the right post. Here we have covered the topmost fixes for no connection between the extender and router. Let’s begin!
Fix Connection Between Extender & Router
1. Get the Devices Closer
Linksys wireless range extender and the Spectrum router should be placed in proximity so that they can communicate easily. If there is an excessive distance between then then it will be difficult for you to get them connected. In simple words, place the WiFi extender within the range of the modem and then try to get them connected if making a wireless connection between them.
2. Replace the LAN Cable
In the event you have connected your Linksys extender and Spectrum router using a wired connection, the check the cable that you have used. It should be damage free Check its entire length thoroughly. Replace the cable if you see any cut on it. Make sure that the cable is making a firm and secure connection between the two devices.
3. Clean the Ports
If the connection between the two devices is still not established then you should try to clean the ports on both devices once. Use a soft brush and clean the ports. Once done, use the LAN cable and join the LAN port of the Spectrum router to the Internet port of the Linksys extender. Verify the connection after you have connected the cable.
4. Use Alternative Power Outlet
Are you still facing issues while connecting the Linksys extender to the router? Check the power supply to both devices. If the devices are not booted up completely, you will not be able to connect them. Use an alternative wall outlet to plug in the device and see if the connection gets established or not. While you are doing so, make sure that the power cables of the respective devices are well intact and are not loose.
5. Use the Right WiFi Details
After placing the devices close to each other you make a LAN connection between them. After that you log in to the extender to complete the setup using the IP 192.168.1.1. After logig in using the default credentials, you should enter the router’s SSID and WiFi password to connect the extender to the router. Make sure that the details that you have entered are correct. Avoid making any mistakes here.
6. Reboot the Devices
Rebooting the router and the extender will get rid of any glitch in them which is yet another reason why the connection can’t happen. You should power down the Spectrum router and the Linksys extender for some time. Let them sit idle for about 5 to 10 minutes. After that, plug in the router first and switch it on. Wait for 2 minutes and then power up the extender. Now connect your PC to the extender’s network and try to set up the Linksys extender.
The Final Note
Linksys extender takes in the input signals from the Spectrum router to extend them further. You must get them connected first. If you are facing issues while making the connection between the Linksys wireless extender and the Spectrum router then using the tips given in this post will be helpful. We hope that you have now connected the two devices and completed the extender’s setup without getting stuck.
After the setup, move the WiFi extender to a new location in the home where you want to extend the router’s network. Connect to the extender’s network and get rid of WiFi dead spots.
