Fix AC1200 Wavlink Extender Configuration Issues
Are you facing any issue after doing Wavlink AC1200 setup? If ‘Yes’ and issues such as Wavlink AC1200 extender unit not working properly, lights not blink on the extender and so on. For issue fixing- Did you try any solution tips to fix it? If ‘Yes’ but fail to fix it. Then don’t panic for you we are here, just try below some advanced or basic troubleshooting tips.
Reasons Why You Face Issue During Setup
There are a lot of reasons:- why you face errors during the Wavlink AC1200 setup process.
- Connection between host router and AC1200 extender is not solid.
- Gap between the extender and router is more.
- Due to outdated firmware.
- WiFi device not connected with the extender default SSID.
Tips To Resolve Issue
There are several tips to resolve the AC1200 Wavlink extender issue. Lets see all the solution tips one by one.
- Place Extender Closer To Router
When you are doing the Wavlink AC1200 setup process then make sure your extender is placed closer to the main router. The distance between the extender and router must be within 50m to 100m range, not more than that.
- Try To Reboot Extender
- To reboot the Wavlink AC1200 extender, press the power off button.
- Further wait for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Later, push the power button again to turn it on and wait to complete the booting up process.
- At the end, try to connect the Wavlink AC1200 extender to the router.
- Verify Connection Between Router And Extender:-
If you are able to see the WiFi signals from the main router but unable to connect with it. Then there are two likely causes:-
- Wavlink AC1200 extender not properly connected with the main router. Look up that they are connected perfectly and the connection works fine.
- Wavlink AC1200 extender does not link with the same router as your computer, laptop or other WiFi devices. If you are having more than one router at your home or office then make sure they all are connected together.
- Wavlink AC1200 Extender Upgrade Software:-
To upgrade the software of Wavlink AC1200 extender, you are required to visit the Wavlink web page. For that, take a computer or any other WIFi device and make sure the WiFi device must be linked with the Wavlink extender default WiFi network. After that, open chrome and type wifi.wavlink.com in the URL bar. Fill in login page details and tap enter. Look up for the network administration option and hit on software installation. Now, if you find any latest software file is pending then install it. Latest software file installation process takes 10 to 15 minutes.
- Reset AC1200 Extender Factory Settings:-
To reset AC1200 Wavlink extender factory settings, follow instructions:-
- Look for the reset button.
- Take a paper pin to press the reset button.
- For at least 15 seconds press the reset button.
- Now, all LEDs of Wavlink AC1200 extender will power off.
- All off LEDs define that extender is now completely reset.
After resetting the AC1200 Wavlink extender, you will be required to do the Wavlink AC1200 setup process.
There are two ways to complete the onboarding process of AC1200 extender.
By Pushing WPS Button:-
Pushing the WPS button is a very simple and easy method to pair an extender with a router. But make sure that your router has a WPS button.
- First, place the extender power plug in the power outlet near the router.
- After that, look for the WiFi Protected Setup button.
- Further, press the extender WPS button and within the gap of 2 minutes press the router WPS button.
- Later, wait 5 minutes because they sync automatically.
- At the end, place the extender in that area where you want high speed internet. But make sure no metal or electronic appliances should be placed near to it.
By Visiting Wavlink Page:-
If you are unable to complete the Wavlink AC1200 setup process by WPS method then try this visiting Wavlink web page method.
- Put Wavlink AC1200 WiFi range extender power plug in socket. Make sure extender must place closer to router
- Thereafter, take any WiFi unit and link it with AC1200 Wavlink default WiFi network.
- Now, on a WiFi connected unit, launch chrome and type default web portal i.e., wifi.wavlin.com in the address bar.
- Fill in ‘admin’ in both username and password fields.
- Pick up your model number.
- At the end, follow all the display instructions to pair the extender with the router.
Note:- By an ethernet cable you can also connect an extender to a WiFi device.
After studying this post, you will be able to fix the issue which you are facing in your Wavlink AC1200 extender device. If you are unable to fix the Wavlink AC1200 setup issue, then try to contact a technical expert who can help you.
