WiFi "Signal" Drops When Microwave is On
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Every time you heat up food, the internet in the kitchen cuts out completely.
Symptoms
- Intermittent drops
- Microwave-dependent
- 2.4GHz only
Possible Causes
- Leaky microwave shielding
- Frequency overlap (2.4GHz)
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Switch to 5GHz WiFi
Microwaves only interfere with 2.4GHz signals.
2
Move the Router
Ensure the router isn't sitting directly next to or behind the microwave.
3
Replace the Microwave
If it's leaking enough radiation to kill WiFi, it might have a faulty door seal.
When to See a Technician
Microwaves operate at 2.45GHz, which is exactly where most WiFi lives. A "leaky" microwave is a massive jammer.
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