WiFi "Extender" Keeps Disconnecting
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Your WiFi booster works for an hour, then needs to be unplugged and replugged to work again.
Symptoms
- Intermittent failure
- Needs reboot
- Drops signal
Possible Causes
- Overheating
- IP conflict with router
- Weak source signal
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Move Closer to Router
If the extender loses its "source" signal, it will hang.
2
Assign a Static IP
Prevent the extender from fighting with other devices for an address.
3
Check for Firmware Update
Extenders are notoriously buggy; updates often fix stability.
When to See a Technician
Extenders are often cheap hardware that overheats easily. Mesh systems are much more reliable.
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