Linksys RE6700 Setup Troubleshooting General Rules
The Linksys RE6700 AC1200 amplify dual-band WiFi range extender uses Wi-Fi protected setup to securely add compatible wireless devices automatically to your home network. But somehow, the WPS method fails and leads to some basic Linksys RE6700 setup errors. In this particular article section, we will try to find and troubleshoot the Linksys RE6700 extender setup issues.
Troubleshoot #1: You Fails to Get Connect with Your Connected Range Extender
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Firstly check the position of your existing WiFi router and range extender.
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For the very first Linksys extender setup, you need to place your range extender close to your WiFi router. After that you have to set up your RE6700 range extender, you can unplug it and move it to the location where you found no network coverage area in your residence.
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To reduce the network signal obstructions, try to place your WiFi router and range extender into an alternate location.
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Try to reposition the Linksys RE6700 range extender's antennas.
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Keep both the router and range extender away from the metal objects, reflective surfaces, masonry walls, etc.
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Avoid to position the range extender near to other electronic devices that might create signal distortion.
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Meanwhile, if you are using WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect, wait until the WPS LED indicator stops blinking before you try to make it connect again. If still the same try to go for Linksys extender reset .
Troubleshoot #2: Your Wi-Fi Network Coverage Not Met With the Expectations
Try to reposition the antennas present on your Linksys RE6700 WiFi range extender. The antenna present on the left side of your range extender extends your network over a horizontal plane, so the ideal position is to parallel stand the antenna to the range extender. The right antenna extends your network on a vertical plane, so make it stand perpendicular to the range extender.
Troubleshoot #3: Fails to Access your Linksys Range Extender
To access your Linksys RE6700 extender, you have to connect it with your home network. If you currently have wireless home network access, the problem maybe you have is that you have accidentally connected with a different wireless home network. So how to go for Linksys RE6700 setup and access it well.
To fix the Linksys RE6700 access problem on Windows Computers, do the following:
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On your Windows taskbar, you will find the wireless icon in the system tray, right-click on it.
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Tap on the View Available Wireless Networks. A list of the available wireless network will appear up.
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Now click on the own home network name. Click on Connect.
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If you are prompted, now enter the network security key or password into the network key field. Now tap on Connect.
Now you will be able to access your Linksys RE6700 Wi-Fi range extender's settings interface. As you per your Windows OS version, there could be some variant in icons or wording.
To fix the Linksys RE6700 access problem on MAC Computers, do the following:
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In the menu bar present on the top of the screen, tap on the Wi-Fi icon. A list of wireless home networks will appear. Linksys smart Wi-Fi automatically assigned over your home network name.
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Select your wireless home network of the router that you want to connect to.
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Type the wireless network password/security key into the password field and then click on the OK button.
Now you should be able to access the Linksys range extender's configuration settings interface.
Troubleshoot #4: Fails to Access your Linksys Range Extender
Plugin your Linksys RE6700 range extender in the midway of your router and the area without Wi-Fi. Be sure you have at least 50% of your existing WiFi router's signals at the point on the device you prefer for setup.
We hope that our this particular article section on Linksys RE6700 Setup Troubleshooting General Rules completely stands on its perspective. Somehow if you still face some issue, feel free to share with us regarding Linksys extender through comments.
