Cisco Systems RE1000 manual Troubleshooting, You cannot get your extender connected

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RE1000 Range Extender

Troubleshooting

NOTE

Your range extender works only on the 2.4 GHz network. It cannot be used on a 5 GHz network.

You cannot get your extender connected

Check the position of your router and extender

For first-time setup, you may need to place the extender closer to the router. After you’ve set up your extender, you can unplug it and move it to the final location.

To reduce signal obstructions, you can try alternate locations for the router and extender.

Avoid placing the router and extender near metal objects, masonry walls, and reflective surfaces such as glass or mirrors.

Avoid placing the router and extender near other electronics that may be causing signal interference.

If you’re using Wi-Fi Protected Setup to connect

Wait until the Wi-Fi Protected Setup indicator stops blinking before trying to make the connection again.

Getting Started

You cannot access your range extender

To access your range extender, you must be connected to your own network. If you currently have wireless Internet access, the problem may be that you have accidentally connected to a different wireless network.

For Mac instructions, see To fix the problem on Mac computers:”on page 12.

To fix the problem on Windows computers:

1.On your Windows desktop, right-click the wireless icon in the system tray.

2.Click View Available Wireless Networks. A list of available networks appears.

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Contents Getting Started Overview Introduction ContentsBottom How to install the range extenderTop TIP To attach the AC power plug How to change the power plug configurationUsing a wired computer How to open the browser-based utilityIf the extender has not been set up yet If the extender has already been set upWi-Fi Protected Setup light activity Using Wi-Fi Protected SetupHow to use the browser-based utility Connecting the extender to an existing access point Connecting with the range extender’s PIN Connecting devices to your network through the extender Connecting with the Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button Connecting with the extender’s PIN Connecting with the client device’s PINTo open the Site Survey How to use Site SurveyYou cannot get your extender connected TroubleshootingYou cannot access your range extender To fix the problem on Windows computersTo fix the problem on Mac computers You have intermittent connection problems Environmental Specifications3425-01532