Why Nextbox Wireless Extender Keeps Disconnecting During Setup?
No doubt, performing Nextbox WiFi extender setup via re.nextbox.home is one of the perfect ways to have access to a blazing-fast internet connection. However, like any other WiFi device, the Nextbox Wireless extender is also prone to certain technical issues. And, one of the most common issues that 99% of users encounter all over the world is that their Nextbox Wireless extender keeps disconnecting from the internet during setup. Although the users implement a number of troubleshooting tips, still the issue continues to trouble them. On the off chance, you are also struggling with the same issue, you have reached the right post.
Here, we have enlisted the topmost troubleshooting tips following which troubleshooting the issue will be as enjoyable as attending a weekend party for you. So, without waiting much, let’s hit the nail on the head.
Fixed: Nextbox wireless Extender keeps Disconnecting
If your Nextbox WiFi extender keeps on disconnecting during its configuration process, then here are some fixes that you need to apply. Don’t worry! Before you reach the end of this page, the issue will be resolved already. Keep scrolling down!
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Fix 1:
First, you need to check the placement of your Nextbox Wireless extender. Where is it placed? Is it placed on a lower surface or inside a cabinet? Have you placed the Nextbox extender away from your host router? If so, then you have got the major reason in hand behind getting the issue. Hence, for fixing the issue, you need to place your extender on a higher and open surface. And, the most important thing! Do the needful for placing your Nextbox WiFi extender and your host router in close proximity.
Fix 2:
Your Nextbox WiFi extender will surely disconnect from the internet connection if you have not made a proper connection between it and your host router. Thus, to deal with the issue, all you have to ensure that you have connected them in a proper way. How? Well, you can connect your Nextbox WiFi extender and router either using a wireless or an Ethernet source. But, keep a couple of below-mentioned things into consideration before making a connection between them:
- Make use of a perfect Ethernet cable that has no cuts (not even dust) on it.
- And, if you are looking wireless source for the same, ensure to have access to the extender’s WiFi using the correct password.
Fix 3:
Sometimes, technical glitches can also prevent your extender to work in a proper way. Apart from this, technical glitches also result in the issue you are currently getting. Fret not! We have a perfect fix to get rid of annoying technical glitches and that is “power cycling”. Yes, power cycling is one of the best ways to make your Nextbox WiFi extender free from technical-related issues. And, it will also prevent your extender from disconnecting from the internet connection during its configuration process. Hence, without much delay, scroll down a little and know how to power cycle your Nextbox WiFi range extender. Here we go!
- First things first, disconnect your Nextbox Wireless extender and your host router.
- Thereafter, unplug the extender from the wall socket and wait for a couple of seconds.
- Turn the extender on and reconnect it to your host router using the same source you have used before.
If you are still getting the same issue, apply the same process on your host router as well. There is a possibility that your host router is the culprit. Don’t worry! Restarting or power cycling might fix the issue for you. If not, contact the service provider of your internet connection and see if everything is fine from his end. If not, give him some time and request him to fix the internet-related issue for you as soon as possible.
Fix 4:
In the event that none of the troubleshooting tips listed above bring you luck, it seems like you are not doing the Nextbox WiFi extender setup process correctly. No worries! In such a case, you can perform the configuration process again. How?
- Open a PC or laptop and get access to the blazing-fast WiFi.
- Launch a web browser. Please update it (if needed) prior to using it. Also, it is recommended, do not put the browser’s private window in use.
- Navigate to the browser’s address. The search bar is not recommended.
- Enter re.nextbox.home and press Enter.
By any chance, you get re.nextbox.home not working issue, put http // before re. Now, the web address would be http //re.nextbox.home You can copy it and paste in the address (URL) bar. Doing so will help you prevent typing errors.
- Now, to reach the dashboard of your extender, you first need to provide the default (if not changed) login details of the device in the fields provided.
- Follow the on-screen Nextbox Wireless extender setup instructions keeping its model number in mind.
Anticipating that your Nextbox WiFi extender is now configured without getting disconnected from the internet. Please share!