Troubleshoot Linksys RE6400 Extender Issues

Linksys RE6400 extender extends the range of home WiFi signals. At office and house all areas you will get stronger WiFi signals, after doing the Linksys RE6400 setup. We are here with an informative page if your Linksys extender is not working properly, read or study all directions to fix issues. 

Reasons Why Extenders Do Not Work Properly?

• Gap between extender and home WiFi is more. 
• Extender placed near to interference appliances. 
• WiFi device (such as computer or laptop) not linked with Linksys RE6400 WiFi range extender default WiFi network. 
• Due to an outdated firmware. 
• By doing wrong WiFi settings. 
• Getting weak WiFi signals from home WiFi. 

Error Fixation Tips

There are several ways to fix the extender configuration issue. Let’s read and follow all solution tips one by one. 

Power Cycle RE6400 Linksys Extender

• First, press RE6400 Linksys extender power button to turn it off. 
• After that, from the power socket take out the extender power plug. 
• Further, wait at least 5 minutes and place the plug back in the socket. 
• At last, push the extender power button to turn it on. 

Check Extender Placement

Placement of an extender plays an important role in working performance. Make sure that the extender unit must be located closer to the home WiFi. Between Home WiFi and router, if there is any electronic or metal appliances then remove it from there. Metal obstacle absorbs WiFi signals which are coming from home WiFi or extender. 

Update Software

To update Linksys RE6400 extender software, follow prompts. 

• First, take any working WiFi device. Make sure that WiFi device must link with the Linksys extender default WiFi network. 
• Now, open the chrome any type default web portal. 
• If you are using a Linksys application then you can also open it. 
• Further, fill in login details default username and password. 
• Check login details at bottom or tag of extender unit. 
• After login, tap on network settings and then click on software installation. 
• If any latest software file is pending, then install it. 
• Linksys RE6400 extender latest software file takes 15 minutes to download. 

Identify Linksys RE6400 Extender Settings

To access or identify Linksys extender settings, go to the Linksys default page. Now, check WiFi settings, security settings, IP and network settings. 

Look Up Power & LED Indicators

• Make sure the extender is properly plugged into the power outlet. 
• Verify the Linksys extender LED light status. 

1. Green LED means the extender is working properly. 
2. Extender provides weak signals if the amber LED is flashing. 
3. There is no connection between the extender & home WiFi, if extender shows a solid red LED. 

Reset Linksys All Default Settings

To reset all default settings of the RE6400 Linksys extender, consider the below steps. 

• Early, look for the reset button. 
• Now, push it with a paper pin for 15 seconds. 
• Further, wait to power off all extender LEDs. 
• Hence, now your extender is completely reset. 

After reset, do the Linksys RE6400 setup process again with home WiFi to extend signal range. 

RE6400 Linksys Extender Setup Methods

There are two ways to configure the extender with a home WiFi network. 

By Pressing WiFi Protected Setup Button:- 

• Locate the extender near to home WiFi in the power socket. 
• After that, wait and press the extender WPS button. 
• Now, in the next 2 minutes, press the home WiFi WPS button. 
• Later, wait for few minutes to make a complete connection, 
• Locate extender where you face slow speed internet after successful connection. 

Through Web Browser

• Plug in the Linksys RE6400 extender in the working power socket. 
• Wait for the power LED to start blinking solid green. 
• After That, go to the computer WiFi settings and connect with Linksys extender default network. 
• Now, on the connected WiFi unit opens chrome. 
• extender.linksys.com type in address bar. 
• Hit enter, to load the Linksys setup page. 
• Tap on start setup. 
• From there pick ‘Range Extender Mode’ option. 
• The Linksys extender will scan for available WiFi networks. 
• Choose your home WiFi network. 
• Enter security password and tap next. 
• Customize all settings. 
• At the end, connect your WiFi device with a new extended WiFi network. 

After completing this page directions, you will be able to modify the configuration settings and be able to resolve the issue which one you are facing. Contact the Linksys tech team if you still face any issue during and after Linksys RE6400 setup or require any other help related to Linksys.