Fix: Internet Connection Problems on Android Phone
So,
you have set up a Netgear WiFi range extender in your home! Good
choice! WiFi extenders amplify the existing WiFi range of your router
and then spread the amplified range all over the home. As a result,
you enjoy seamless internet coverage in every corner.
But
most users complain that when they connect their Android device to
the Netgear extender's WiFi network, it neither loads an instant app
nor opens Google Play. In short, they face internet connection
problems on their Android device even after connecting to the new
Netgear extender's wireless network.
If
you are also facing the same issue, this post will prove a lot
helpful to you. Here, you will get to know how to fix internet
connection problems on Android phone. Read on.
Symptoms
- Google Play is stuck on “loading...” screen
- Downloads don't start, timed out, or remain at 0%
- Web pages are not loading in the browser
- Zero signal bar on the WiFi network icon
- VoIP apps don't open
- Mail is continuously showing 'loading...'
- WiFi icon is showing 'no internet access'
- Unable to stream online videos
- YouTube is displaying 'you are offline'
In
the event that you are struggling with any of the aforementioned
issues, then walk through the below-given troubleshooting tips and
get the issue fixed within minutes.
Troubleshooting
Tips
- Set up Your Extender Properly
Partial
new extender setup may lead you to various connection
problems, preventing your Android from accessing the internet
properly. Therefore, it is important to set up and install a Netgear
WiFi range extender in your home in a proper manner.
- Connect to the Right Network
Be
sure to connect your Android device to the correct WiFi network. It
often happens that you and your neighbors may have the same make and
model of a Netgear WiFi range extender. Due to this, you both have
the same WiFi network name (if both don't change the default SSID!).
And this leads to confusion.
In
such a case, you may connect to your neighbor's WiFi network instead
of yours. This may give your Android device a bad internet
connection. So, keep in mind to choose the correct WiFi network name
to connect your Android device. To avoid any confusion, it is better
to change the default SSID of your Netgear WiFi range extender.
However, do not include any personal information in the WiFi extender
SSID.
- Change the Location of Your Extender
Maybe
your Netgear range extender is placed nearby such devices that
degrade its signal strength. Due to this, WiFi signals from the
extender are unable to reach your Android device. So, be certain to
place your wireless extender away from metal objects, electronic
appliances, reflexive surfaces, and water resources. These devices
include aluminum studs, microwave ovens, baby monitors, cordless
phones, fish tanks, glasses, mirrors, electric motors, etc.
Additionally,
do not place your WiFi extender near concrete walls, windows, floors,
under a table, in corners, and inside a cabinet. The place you choose
for your Netgear extender must not be dirty.
- Turn Airplane Mode On and Off
Chances
are that your Android device is causing an issue while connecting to
the WiFi extender's network. This can be fixed by turning off and on
the airplane mode. To do so, all you need to do the following:
- Launch the Settings app on your Android device.
- Tap on the Wireless and Networks option.
- After that, tap on the airplane mode.
- Toggle the switch next to the airplane mode to turn it on.
- Wait for some time.
- Now, disable the airplane mode.
Once
done, try connecting to the Netgear WiFi extender's network and
accessing any web page like mywifiext.net to check if the
issue gets fixed.
In
case you are still experiencing the same issue on your Android
device, re-setup your Netgear wireless extender once and try
connecting your Android phone to its network again.
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