Did you perform DLink WiFi extender setup in your home? Yes? Well, you can easily access dlink-faq-ext (DLink WiFi extender default SSID) and enjoy a seamless internet connectivity all over your house. But, the problem arises when you can’t see DLink WiFi extender WiFi network name (SSID) on your WiFi network list, right? If so, then you might be having issues while accessing the WiFi network of your DLink WiFi extender.
Need not to worry! We are here to help! You just have to make a few changes in order to make dlink-faq-ext (DLink WiFi extender default SSID) visible on the network list. Keep reading the post!
Fixed: DLink WiFi Extender SSID Not Showing on Network List
Follow the fixes outline underneath in order to do away with the problem in discussion:
Reboot DLink WiFi Extender
Perhaps, there could have been a few issues with your DLink WiFi extender. No worries! In such a scenario, you need to get rid of the technical glitches coming your way and hampering dlink-faq-ext (DLink WiFi extender default SSID) visibility on the network list.
For fixing this, you should reboot or restart your DLink WiFi extender. How? Make sure you first disconnect your client devices from your WiFi extender. Thereafter, you must unplug the extender and keep it unplugged for some time. Reconnect the disconnected device and plug in back your WiFi extender.
Use Different Device
Maybe, the client device you are using to access dlink-faq-ext is not updated. If so, then it clearly means it could have an outdated operating system (OS) for sure. Need not to worry! In such a case, we would urge you to go for an update. Either you can update the operating system of your device or use an updated device. As soon as either of things is fulfilled, access dlink-faq-ext to open the DLink WiFi extender login page via dlinkap.local and customize the settings.
Update Firmware
No luck? Don’t blow a fuse! 99 percent of users experience the same problem. Look, the problem you have been facing can also annoy you because of having outdated DLink WiFi extender firmware. Yes, that’s true! Why? Because the outdated DLink extender lacks the latest security patches that fix minor bugs and errors right away. Hence, your DLink device might not be emitting consistent WiFi signals.
Therefore, you are not getting the required signals, are you? So, no matter how hard you try, you can’t access dlink-faq-ext. So, we recommend that you update your extender’s firmware and resolve the issue you are facing in matter of minutes.
DLink WiFi Extender-Router Connection
To have dlink-faq-ext on your network list, the extender should have a super-speedy internet connection. In simple words, it (the exender) should be connected to your host router. So, you have two options to make a connection between your router and range extender– wireless and wired connection. If you want a strong connection that offers high speed, you should opt for the wired connection.
If you need to roam around the house, a WiFi connection might serve you the best. For this, you just have to ensure that the wirless connection is stable, secure, and consistent. Otherwise, your DLink WiFi extender will surely prone to errors like dlink-faq-ext not showing on the network list.
Reset Device
On the off chance, the fixes outlined above have not helped you to resolve the issue in discussion, you are still left with the last one – that is, to perform the DLink WiFi extender reset process. Yes! It will set your current WiFi settings to default.
After that, you can easily perform DLink WiFi extender setup using dlinkap.local (manual method) or using the WPS method. After that, move ahead and see if dlink-faq-ext is visible on your network list or not.
To Conclude
Without dlink-faq-ext visible on the list of networks, you can’t access the DLink WiFi extender network for sure. Hence, you won’t be able to connect to the internet and enjoy seamless WiFi connectivity throughout your home. However, after implementing the given fixes, we are sure your issue will be resolved.
For the better results, you must have a proper power supply for both DLink WiFi extender and your host router. Also, make sure you plug in your WiFi extender to a working power socket.