You’ll lose the count if you start counting the number of Netgear users around the world. People across the globe prefer installing various networking devices brought in by Netgear. Some install Netgear routers while some do
Netgear WN3000RPv3 setup in order to improve the quality of signals emitted by their home routers. But, this task gets halted when the Netgear extender keeps shutting off. If you too are also unable to make the most of your home network because of this very reason, it is time to get the problem fixed. Mentioned in our write-up are the techniques that you can employ if your extender keeps powering down every now and then. Read on.
Solutions: Netgear Extender Keeps Shutting Off
Before you start giving a shot at the techniques highlighted below, we recommend you restart your extender once. Do not wonder how a simple reboot can help you fix such a problem. It can; because it has tendency to fix technical glitches. Therefore, without any delay, we suggest you power down the range extender after disconnecting it from the main router. Once done, you need to wait for a few minutes. Lastly, consider powering up the range extender. If your extender still keeps shutting off, try the following tips.
Check the Power Supply:
Power supply is the most overlooked factor when we talk about Netgear extender-related issues. Maybe you have not connected your extender properly to the wall socket. Therefore, ensure that the pins of your Netgear extender perfectly fit the power outlet. Also, ensure that the wall socket chosen for supplying power to the range extender is not damaged. A damaged wall socket won’t be able to fulfill the power requirements of the extender. The extender will keep rebooting or shutting off without notifying you.
Unload the WiFi Network:
Perhaps, there are too many devices connected to the WiFi network of your range extender. In other words, you might have connected so many devices that it has exceeded the original set limit of the devices that can be connected to the WiFi of your Netgear extender. Thus, we suggest you disconnect some of the devices accessing the network of your Netgear extender. Also, check the extender’s list of connected devices. In case you detect any suspicious device connected, consider blocking it.
Change the Netgear Extender Location:
This hack can be less or more effective based on a few conditions. Is your Netgear extender placed near a direct heat source? If yes, then it is clear why your Netgear extender keeps shutting off. Thus, we recommend you place the extender away from such things. Do not make the mistake of placing the extender in an area filled with WiFi signal interference-creating factors. If possible, place the extender away from reflexive surfaces.
Update the Netgear Extender:
Log in to your range extender through the
mywifiext.net and find the Firmware Update option. You can easily locate it under the Maintenance section. If the extender prompts you to; upload the firmware file. Once done, let the process get completed. Otherwise, you can click the Check Now option to initiate the firmware update process. Know that when you opt to update the firmware manually, you need to ensure that you are uploading the correct firmware file. It must belong to the range extender model you own.
Summing Up
This was all about what to do if your Netgear extender keeps shutting off. We hope that after implementing the above-mentioned tips you will be able to make your extender work normal. Just in case you are still failing after certain hits and trials, reset the extender by pressing and holding its reset button. Lastly, set up the range extender once again using the WPS or the manual
approach.
