Wavlink Extender Keep Disconnecting? Here’s The Fix!

Wavlink WiFi range extender device is designed to extend network coverage and improve internet connectivity. However, if your Wavlink WiFi range extender keeps disconnecting, it can be frustrating. There are several factors which can contribute to this issue such as network interference, outdated software, wrong placement, etc. In this article we provide you a step by step guide to troubleshoot and resolve the issue

 

Reasons Why Issue Happened During Setup

Before moving to fix the extender issue, first know why the issue happened during setup. 

• Due to filling in wrong login credentials, when you are accessing Wavlink extender setup or web page. 
• Wavlink extender did not receive stable internet connection from the main router. 
• Wavlink WiFi range extender is located too far away from the main router. 
• Software or firmware of Wavlink WiFi range extender is outdated. 
• The Wavlink extender is not perfectly plugged in. 

Verify Power Connection

Verify that Wavlink WiFi range extender is perfectly plugged into the power socket. The loose and faulty power connection can cause frequent disconnection. If necessary then try to plug in Wavlink WiFi range extender in a different power socket. 

Place Extender At Perfect Location

The location of the Wavlink extender impacts on its performance. To ensure a stable connection consider below steps, 

• Locate Wavlink extender halfway between router and area where you are facing slow WiFi signals. 
• Try to avoid placing extenders near walls, electronic gadgets or metal appliances that can interfere. 
• Check that extender is in the router range. 

Update Wavlink Extender Firmware

Consider lower steps, to upgrade the Wavlink extender software. 

• Access to the Wavlink official website. 
• Now, install the latest firmware update for your model. 
• Go to the Wavlink extender settings via IP address. 
• Click on the firmware update section and install the file. 

Check Up Extender And Router Connectivity

Make sure that Wavlink extender must maintain a strong WiFi connection from the router. To check connection between extender & router, follow lower prompts. 

• Go to the Wavlink extender web interface page.
• Click on the connection page or option to confirm the stable connection with the existing router. 
• If the connection is weak, then try to move the extender closer to the router. 

Reduce Number Of Connected Device

Too many WiFi devices connected with the Wavlink WiFi range extender can overload it and cause frequent disconnections. We recommend you try to disconnect some WiFi devices which connect with Wavlink extenders and see if the stability improves or not. 

Discard Power Saving Mode

Several Wavlink extenders support power saving features that may cause intermittent disconnection. Verify the settings from Wavlink extender web interface and disable power saving mode. 

Reset All Factory Default Settings

Look for the reset button on your Wavlink WiFi range extender device. Now, take a paper pin and press the extender reset button for 10 seconds or until all LEDs completely get turned off. 

After reset Wavlink WiFi range extender you will require to configure your Wavlink extender with the router. 

Access Wavlink Extender Login Page

To access the Wavlink login page, after resetting it all default settings. Consider lower directions, 

• First, plug in the Wavlink extender in the power socket. 
• Now, take the WiFi device and connect it with Wavlink extender default WiFi network. 
• After that, open the browser on the WiFi connected device.
• Later, type wifi.wavlink.com in the URL bar. 
• Fill in the default login details such as username & password and click on enter button. 

Hence, by following the apart directions you can easily access Wavlink WiFi range extender login page. 

Setup Extender With Router Via WPS

To set up the Wavlink WiFi range extender with the host router by WPS method, try below steps. 

• First, place the Wavlink extender in a socket near to host WiFi or router. 
• After that, press Wavlink extender unit WPS (WiFi protected setup) button. 
• Later, within the two minute gap press the host router or WiFi WPS button. 
• By doing the above steps, WPS LED starts blinking solid blue. 

Hence, your Wavlink WiFi range extender connects with the host router or WiFi by pushing the WPS button. 

Setup Wavlink Extender By Web UI

• Do the same process, plug the extender in the socket and boot up. 
• After that, take any WiFi device and connect it with the Wavlink extender default WiFi network. 
• Later, type 192.168.10.1 IP address in connected device chrome URL bar. 
• Further, fill in login details and tap enter. 
• Consider all the display directions to configure up your Wavlink WiFi range extender. 
• After completing the configuration process, reconnect your WiFi  device with the new WiFi SSID that you set. 
• At the end, place the extender where you face slow speed. 

By trying all the above troubleshooting directions, we hope now you enjoy fast and reliable internet speed from an extender at your home or office. But in case you are still facing problems then try to contact the Wavlink customer support team. In this kind of case, there is only one who can help you.