Linksys Velop is a mesh system is a device which consists of two or more devices, in which parent Velop node connects to the main modem or home network. But the user also get in troubles related to the Linksys Velop like it is not working, not connecting or internet disconnection. We will provide how to troubleshoot the problems with the help of the solutions and Linksys Velop troubleshooting tips.
Solutions to Linksys Velop Not Working Issue
Reboot Linksys Velop System
The rebooting process shut down all the system and turn it on again, this will refresh the networking device settings and networks. Let’s have a look how to reboot using two different methods;
- You have to find power button and press it twice to shut it down and turn it up (rebooting).
- The other method to restart the device is disconnect the power cord and connect it again in to the electric wall socket.
Checkout Hardware
Linksys Velop router unit connects with the home modem or ISP server socket with the help of Ethernet cable. So the cable must be in good condition. If the modem can’t send the internet signal to the router unit, then you should change the cable straight.
Change Location
Optimal location for the networking devices are far from the electronic devices like microphones or microwave ovens. You must make sure that the modem and Velop are powered on at the optimal location.
If you find any electronic device nearby, then change the location of the networking devices.
Reset Device
The last option to solve the Velop not connecting to network is reset the device by following some simple instructions;
The method to reset the device is long pressing the RESET button using a sharp object.
But, after the reset process, you have to begin and complete Velop setup again.
Re-configuration
- Connect the computer or laptop to the Linksys Velop device network using SSID details or LAN cable.
- Go to a web browser, enter the login IP address 192.168.1.1 or URL linksyssmartwifi.com and search.
- You will get to the Linksyssmartwifi interface login window, here; you have to enter the username and password.
- Configure all the settings correctly again and complete the Linksys velop setup again.
You can also configure the Velop device from the app which you can download in your phone easily.
Via Linksys App
- You have to go to the Play Store if you have Android device or App Store if have iOS device.
- Here, just search the Linksys app and download it by taping on the Install (Play Store) or Get (App Store).
- After that, you have to open it and configure the Velop in your house.
- To configure, you just have to Sign Up, enter the Email Address, name, password and confirm password.
- After that, you will access the main dashboard where you have to connect Alexa device to your extender network.
You should also check the firmware update from the interface or the Linksys app with the help of simple instructions given down here;
Update Firmware
- Open the Linksys app and access the app by admin credentials.
- You have to go to the MENU option and select the Firmware tab.
- Here, you just have to toggle the Automatic Update option to turn of the update.
- Then, just tap on the UPDATE button to start the Firmware update process.
The Conclusion
We have added troubleshooting tips and solutions that will help you to solve technical issue in this above written article. We hope, you have solved the issue right away with the help of the solutions.