Isn't it irritating when you fail to connect your iPhone to TP-Link extender's network? Well, we can understand what you are experiencing. Millions of people who have performed TP-Linkextender setup in their houses have faced this issue once in their life. That is why we have written this post. Here, we will make you aware of various tips and tricks to resolve the issue with ease. So, read on.
Fixed: iPhone Not Recognizing Extender Network
Reboot Your iPhone
Start troubleshooting the issue by giving a fresh start to your iPhone. In other words, you need to reboot it. For this, press and hold the Power or Volume button on your iPhone until the Power Off slider appears. Now, drag the slider and wait for some time. Once done, turn your mobile device back on by pressing and holding the side button until the device gets restarted. Just in case your iPhone is unresponsive, force restart it.
If rebooting the iPhone fails to deliver a positive result, restart your TP-Link extender too.
Place Extender Close to Router
Placing the TP-Link extender and router at too much distance is also one of the reasons behind the iPhone not detecting the extender's network. It happens because larger distances make it difficult for both WiFi devices to communicate flawlessly. To do away with the issue, consider placing the TP-Link extender and router in the same room. However, avoid placing them too close as it might result in a clash of the WiFi signals.
Note: Use an Ethernet connection to ensure a flawless communication between the TP-Link extender and the host router instead of a wireless source. But, keep in mind to use a damage-free Ethernet cable only.
Relocate the Extender
Perhaps the WiFi signals of your TP-Link extender are getting diverted due to which you are experiencing the issue. Therefore, mitigate the WiFi interference by keeping the radio-waves emitting devices away from your extender. Apart from that, also keep the extender away from reflexive surfaces.
Choose the central location of your house to place the extender so that the WiFi signals won't struggle to reach its every nook and cranny.
Update the Firmware
Firmware updates are necessary for the smooth performance of your TP-Link extender. If you keep ignoring them, it can worsen your internet experience. Therefore, update the firmware of your TP-Link extender and introduce new features. You can update your WiFi device by accessing the Quick Setup wizard.
Read the following instructions carefully to update the TPLink firmware:
- Launch an updated web browser on your PC or laptop and download the latest firmware for your TP-Link extender.
- Extract the firmware file using Unzip Tools and save it at a convenient location.
- Visit tplinkrepeater.net and log in to your TP-Link extender using the default admin details.
- As soon as you see the Quick Setup wizard, click the System Tools menu.
- Click Firmware Upgrade > Browse.
- Choose the firmware update file and click the Upgrade button.
- Wait patiently and let your TP-Link extender get updated.
Reset the Extender
If none of the aforementioned troubleshooting hacks have worked in your favor, then perform factory default reset of the TP-Link extender. It will erase all the customized settings from your extender and will help you get rid of the issue you're currently facing.
To reset the TP-Link extender, look for the Reset button on it and press it with the help of a sharp object. As soon as the extender gets restored to the factory default mode, reconfigure it using the TPLink extender app.
Wrap Up
That's all about what to do if your iPhone is not recognizing the TP-Link extender's WiFi signals. Let's hope that this article will help you get rid of the issue with ease.
