RangeXTD Extender Not Connecting to Router [Resolved]

It can be a challenging task to access a lag-free internet connection in every corner of the house when the RangeXTD WiFi range extender just refuses connecting to the router. By any chance, if you are also facing problems with your RangeXTD extender, you can rely on this post. Here, we will pen down the reasons behind the issue along with the troubleshooting hacks to resolve it. Keep reading!

Fix: RangeXTD Extender Not Connecting to Router

The other hacks will only work if there are no network errors. Thus, your first task should be to get them resolved. For this, it is advised that you reboot your Range XTD WiFi range extender. It is not a very difficult job however. Just power down the extender and remove it from the outlet. Wait for some time and plug it back there. Power it up and follow the troubleshooting techniques jotted down below:

• Check the WiFi Password of Router

If you are facing issues connecting the extender to router during the setup process only, then it might be happening because of the incorrect password of the router. It must be known to you that when the extender is set up, a person needs to use the router’s WiFi password in order to extend its network. Thus, you are suggested to double-check the WiFi password and proceed only after ensuring that you have used the correct value.

• Bring the Extender and Router Closer

The distance between the extender and the main router matters a lot. If that is not appropriate, you cannot connect your devices. Thus, have a look at the same. If it is found too much i.e. if the distance between the RangeXTD extender and the root router is found to be more than 10 ft, it is recommended that you reduce it. But, remember not to make this distance zero. This is because if you do that, there are chances that the signals of your devices will clash.

• Remove Signal Interference

You might have heard of the term signal interference. But, do you know what it actually is? Well, any interference in the path of propagation of WiFi signals is called signal interference. It can occur due to devices that emit electromagnetic waves, objects containing a large amount of water, objects with metal finishing, and reflexive surfaces. Therefore, the next thing you need to do is keep your RangeXTD range extender away from such devices or objects.

• Check the LAN Connections (If Used)

There are chances that you attempted to connect the extender and router using an Ethernet cable. But, is that cable free of damages. Check its physical condition and if it is found having cuts or it is fragmented, you should get it replaced with a new one immediately. However, also check the Ethernet ports of your devices. Examine the physical condition of the power cable of the router and replace it too in case of any damages. After performing these workarounds, consider accessing the RangeXTD login window and see if the router and extender connection is successful or not.

• Perform a Factory Reset

If you are still facing problems with the extender and router connection, then there are chances that some issue is there with the extender configuration. Thus, perform a factory reset of your BrosTrend device. This hack will equally work no matter whether you are using the extender after setup or it is being installed. To reset, press and hold the Reset button for a few seconds. Lastly, you can set up the extender using the instructions provided in the user manual.

The Conclusion

We are now about to wrap up the post explaining how to fix the connection issue between RangeXTD extender and the main router ends here. It is expected that using the information given here, you will be able to make the most of this combination.