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WiFi got worse after I added an extender

An extender makes things worse when it's too far from the router, broadcasting a separate network name, or running in the wrong mode. These are settings problems that are fixable in a few minutes.

A WiFi extender can work well, but only when set up correctly. The three most common mistakes are placing it too far from the router (where it receives weak signal), letting it broadcast a different network name (so devices keep switching between networks), or leaving it in Router mode instead of Extender mode (which creates network conflicts). All three are fixable.

Risk: Low ⏱ 10-15 minutes Beginner
⚡ Before you start
  • Unplug the extender and test your WiFi. If it improves, the extender is the problem
  • Check whether the extender is broadcasting its own separate network name
  • Move the extender to a spot halfway between the router and the problem area, where signal is still strong

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