David Rigg

If you see the Plusnet router blue light, which normally means everything works well, but if you don’t have internet access, you are at the right place. This article will guide you through the steps you need to take in order to fix this issue. Hopefully, your internet connection will be up and running by … Read more

Nowadays, having a good wireless connection is everything. We carry around smart devices that need to stay connected to the internet for the best functionality. It’s a little tricky with Mediacom, and when there’s no SIM card in a device to provide cellular data, we need WiFi. So, when we notice our Mediacom WiFi not … Read more

When it comes to picking the best ISP we can see that Xfinity is generally one of the top choices because of its prices, various plans and internet speeds. Considering that there are users complaining on the Xfinity customer support, it is good to know how to fix some problems with your router before you … Read more

Hughesnet is a reputable company when it comes to satellite internet. However, although they are doing a pretty good job in providing their services, their users experience some issues occasionally. One such issue is the Hughesnet System Light Off. So, in this article we are going to discuss what does it actually mean when you … Read more

Do you know what a wi-fi adapter does and what its task is? If by any chance you are not sure, we will explain it to you in this article. A wireless adapter is a type of electronic device, thanks to which computers can connect to the internet (to your router/modem) without a wired connection. … Read more

If you know anything about the wireless signal, then you’re already aware that it doesn’t just depend on how good your router is. So many things can interfere with the signal. The good news is, you can easily avoid all the obstructions in just a few simple steps! Thus, in case you’re here to learn … Read more

There are many modems and routers that support MoCA (Multimedia over Coaxial Alliance) technology, and Arris is one of them. There’s a reason we should opt for MoCA instead of other solutions. But, before we learn how to enable MoCA on Arris modems, we need to understand what MoCA is, how MoCA works, and what … Read more

Connecting a router to a modem shouldn’t be complicated, and we usually don’t need a technician to connect the two. But, PLDT (Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company) offers a slightly different type of service from most ISPs (Internet Service Providers). As you might assume based on the title, they offer fiber optic technology. So, we’re … Read more

Are you seeing the Spectrum modem Online light blinking? Well, if you are, you are at the right place. This article will explain what this light indicates on your Spectrum modem and, at the same time, give you a few tested solutions if you want to try and fix it on your own. So, let’s … Read more

A wireless router connected to a modem is a standard setup unless you’re using a gateway. However, there are different modems, cable modems, fiber optic modems, and ADSL modems. It all depends on our ISP (Internet Service Provider), and what kind of internet connection they provide. That’s why we’re going to discuss what ADSL is, … Read more

With almost every piece of hardware, we have that frustrating situation where it’s off and on again. When the Verizon Fios Box keeps rebooting, it’s the same situation and the same feeling. It’s like when you start your car and it needs a little push to keep working. So, how do we keep the car … Read more

It’s a common issue that many users face. However, it’s not unsolvable. There are several ways we can try to fix the situation when our Spectrum modem Ethernet port isn’t working. Of course, you can try using Wi-Fi. But, Ethernet is more reliable than Wi-Fi and it can provide a faster connection. Even if we … Read more

There are several different LED lights on the Netgear router that indicate its current state and activity. Whenever we have a problem with our connection, in most cases, taking a quick look at the LED lights can tell us what’s happening and what might be causing the problem. One such situation is the Netgear router … Read more

We all know how frustrating it can be when we don’t have a working internet connection. This is especially true when we are traveling or are in a hotel or somewhere else. Or maybe you have your laptop with you but you have an internet connection on your phone only. Maybe the people around you … Read more

Staying connected with our friends and family is much easier today thanks to wireless networks. However, there is also a certain risk when we are using these networks. If the network isn’t encrypted, anyone who is within the wireless signal range can access the network and also our personal information and data. In this article, … Read more

Maybe Sagemcom routers are not quite as popular as some other brands like Netgear or Linksys, but this definitely doesn’t mean that their routers are not good enough. In fact, some popular ISPs like Orange, Spectrum, Optus, and others rent Sagemcom routers to their customers which is a good indication of their quality. If you … Read more

For those searching for a fast internet connection on every device they have, and if they don’t want to experience any slow-downs, the Linksys EA7300 and EA7500 Wi-Fi routers are excellent choices. As you already know, the LED lights on the wireless routers and modems provide information about the network activity and the current network … Read more

We like to have our home internet connection to be fast and reliable in every part of our home. However, sometimes our WiFi router can’t manage that and this is where the Linksys RE6500 extender comes in place. It generally does its job pretty well but, in some situations, users can experience some problems. When … Read more

If you’ve stumbled upon this post about Netgear AC1750 Wi-Fi not working, it means that you’re experiencing this problem. Luckily, Netgear’s routers experience issues like any other router model or brand. That’s why we need to speak about the reasons Netgear AC1750 Wi-Fi is not working, and the possible fixes for these reasons. After you … Read more

If you have even wondered what the lights on your Netgear router mean we have to say that they are there to tell you whether everything works properly. So, whenever you notice that there is something wrong with your network or internet connection, be sure that the router LED lights will give you a signal. … Read more

AT&T users reported experiencing issues with the cascaded router network address, and it’s probably because of improper setup. So, what we need to know before we set up a cascaded router network properly is what this type of network actually is. Also, it’s an advantage to know how it works, what DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration … Read more

One of the most common issues we often face with Wi-Fi is when our Android phone is connected to Wi-Fi but there’s no internet. Then we try to reconnect to the wireless network several times, and still, we get nothing. It’s an issue that happens on other devices as well. Not only Android phones, but … Read more

In computing, satellites are part of mesh Wi-Fi systems. The more satellites you have, the more wireless coverage you get. However, most residential mesh networks come with two or three satellites. Because of that, people who have a larger home or want more coverage get two or more mesh networks. A widespread mesh network is … Read more

TP-Link Technologies Co. is one of the leading Chinese manufacturers of high-speed wireless routers and many other networking devices. It offers a large selection of router models that are constantly improved and adapted to the needs of each user. All router users have a common need to set a strong Wi-Fi password for the network and personal … Read more

The UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) protocol is enabled by default on most routers. However, UPnP is somewhat dangerous when it comes to security, and that’s why it’s disabled by default on many Spectrum routers. It can also be very useful when you want to integrate a new device into your network without the extra … Read more

Any piece of machinery can experience a glitch. It’s the same with one of the most important pieces of hardware we have in our home, our router. There’s a glitch where the router keeps rebooting after some time of use. This is one of the most commonly reported issues with Netgear routers. When we buy … Read more

For those of us still using Windows 7, there’s a probability that we experienced the situation with Wi-Fi connected but no internet access. This is an issue that happens on all devices across the spectrum. The fact is that we usually overlook the basic things when we experience this issue. We almost always go straight … Read more

The error message “Wi-Fi Doesn’t Have a Valid IP Configuration” can be very annoying, especially if you have no idea what it means or how to fix the problem. To be honest, there are more than a few things that can cause this error message to pop up on your screen, but nine out of … Read more

SLT Mobile is originally a Sri Lankan mobile service provider. The company offers telecommunications services, and since 2013, the deployment of 4G LITE networks has provided customers in Sri Lanka with a high-quality networking experience. If you are one of the users of the SLT wireless router, at some point you will need to change … Read more

Setting up a TP-Link Wi-Fi extender is a reasonably simple task, especially if you previously configured a Wi-Fi router by yourself. Even if someone else did the router setup for you, the extender shouldn’t be too hard to figure out. But, before you get to the configuring part, make sure you understand what the extender … Read more

TP-link routers are very popular due to their affordability and ease of use. Setting up and configuring a router might seem like a Herculean task at first glance, but it’s not that hard once you figure out a few basic things. So, let’s dive into it. You will need to have internet service provided to … Read more

Spectrum is like any average ISP (Internet Service Provider) offering up to 200 Mbps (Megabits per second) download speeds, cable TV, landlines, etc. However, many subscribers reported having issues with Spectrum Wave 2 routers. The Wave 2 routers are the RAC2V1S/RACV2V2S, RAC2V1K, and RAC2V1A routers, and multiple users experienced problems using them. Now, one disconnect … Read more

If you have internet access and live in the U.S. you probably heard about Linksys. It’s a data networking brand of hardware products used by many homeowners and small businesses across the country. As a widespread product manufacturer of mesh Wi-Fi systems, extenders, routers, etc. it’s only logical that some issues happen from time to … Read more

Just like with any other router, when our internet connection starts bugging or gets lost, we instantly take a look at the lights of our wireless router. Each light and its color tell us what’s happening so it’s always better to know these things.  If you have a Belkin router, one of the issues you … Read more

It’s extremely annoying when your ISP (Internet Service Provider) promises you a good modem router combination, and then issues start occurring. That’s the deal with Netgear firmware updates getting stuck. This is supposed to be an otherwise automatic upgrade/update system, and it should happen without you, the user, noticing that it ever happened. So, the … Read more

If you are using a Netgear WiFi range extender and you see a red light on it, you are at the right place. In this article we are going to see what the Netgear extender red light means and what you can do to fix it. One of the better solutions besides mesh systems that … Read more

If you’re here looking for the solution for the error message from this title, you’re in the right place. You can read this to fix similar error messages like:  DHCP is not enabled for Ethernet DHCP is not enabled for Local Area Connection So, you experienced problems connecting to the internet, you clicked on network … Read more

The Ethernet WAN port on your Verizon Fios router has the function to connect the router to the internet with a network (Ethernet) cable. When everything works properly the light on the WAN port is ON, but what does it mean when we see the Verizon Fios WAN light OFF? And can we do something … Read more

The error message ”Gateway Authentication Failure Please Contact Your Service Provider” can be a source of huge frustration. Especially if you are not sure what is going on or what is causing the failure. However, a few simple fixes can help you solve the predicament or, at least, make sure you did everything on your … Read more

Have you ever experienced lags and bad network performance while playing your PS4? Did you have situations when you were simply unable to use voice chat during the game session?  Did you ever perform an internet connection test and received a NAT type failed error? If the answer is YES, you’ve come to the right … Read more

Whether you are a new user on an old one, not being able to use Wi-Fi in your home when you need it is undoubtedly a frustrating thing to deal with. If you’ve installed the equipment yourself, you should check a few things to ensure you used a live line and adequately connected the modem … Read more

Having problems with the internet connection can be pretty frustrating these days. No matter whether you need to send an urgent email or just play online games or check your social networks, the internet connection has to work. Some Vodafone users have experienced the Vodafone router flashing green issue and this article will give answers … Read more

Just like your Xfinity wireless router, the LED lights on your Xfinity cable box indicate the state and activity of the device. One of the problems that can be seen is the Xfinity Cable Box blinking green. Knowing what this light means and what you need to do to fix it is important because sometimes … Read more

One of the many problems we experience with our internet connection daily is the Mediacom internet connection dropping frequently. Mediacom as an ISP (Internet Service Provider) seems less Xtream than it is. So, it stands to reason that we’re going to experience some trouble with our connection. However, we need to know why we experience … Read more

If you’re not a Verizon subscriber, then you’ve probably heard about it because it’s one of the 10 biggest telecommunications companies in the world. Make no mistake, biggest doesn’t mean best, but it is sometimes a measure of service quality. There’s a commonly reported issue on the cloud, and it’s about the Verizon Fios 5G … Read more

This cryptic error message “Incorrect PSK provided for network SSID” will appear when you try to connect to the Wi-Fi network you previously used, but the password was changed since the last time you connected to it.  In other words, the message from the title means – You have the wrong password for the Wi-Fi … Read more

When it first came out, the Eero home Wi-Fi system guaranteed security. But, as the online world keeps getting more and more dangerous, the need for advanced protection arose. The rising threats resulted in Eero Secure. But does Eero secure actually protect you from anything, and is it really worth it? We’ll help you figure … Read more

Many ISPs (Internet Service Providers) have different packages that include TV, internet access, and a SIM card. It’s the same with Virgin Media. They offer multiple package deals, but we’ll be focusing on broadband. Several Virgin Media subscribers have reported that they’re using a Virgin Media hub with no internet access, but they’re connected. So, … Read more

Among many great Sony products such as the PlayStation console, we have the Bravia TV. It’s a smart TV that has similar features to a smartphone. However, even this smart TV has issues sometimes. The main reason we’ve written this article is the issue of having our Sony Bravia TV connected to Wi-Fi but not … Read more

One of the things you are advised to learn when you set up your Velop system is what the different lights on the nodes mean. Generally speaking, they are telling us more about the current network status or some installation and connectivity issues that are happening at the moment. One of the issues we are … Read more

If you are using the Vodafone broadband connection you must have noticed the lights on it. You surf the internet normally, just like you do every day and all of the sudden there is a problem with the connection. You take a look and see the Vodafone router flashing a red light. Well, this article … Read more

If you are reading this, you probably came across some issue that requires changing the NAT type to fix the problem. Before we explain how to change the NAT type, let’s see what NAT is and why you need to change the NAT type to fix some connectivity issues.  So, let’s take it from the … Read more

Having a good internet connection in every corner of your house is pretty important today. Since standard wireless routers sometimes fail to deliver the signal equally through our home, we need to use a WiFi range extender. It is an excellent solution to boost our wireless signal and enjoy your internet connection. But sometimes the … Read more

After some significant reinstall or upgrade of your system, and sometimes even when someone else on your network was messing around with networking equipment, you’ll get that “No internet access” error message on the bottom of the screen. It can be annoying, especially if you’re unsure what is going on and what caused the problem. … Read more

Belkin routers are a frequent choice of people who like excellent coverage, network performance and security. However, although they are really reliable, users report that they are having problems with the router, specifically the Belkin router blinking blue. The following article will tell you what the blue blinking light usually means and what you can … Read more

If you want to boost the performance of your home wireless network then you should consider installing the Linksys Velop system. It is a mesh system consisting of a primary node and other nodes. A pretty handy feature is the LED light on top of the nodes that tells us how the nodes operate. One … Read more

If you’re reading this article, you’re probably wondering what to do when your Xfinity 5GHz is not showing up. That’s the case with Xfinity xFi and other devices provided by Comcast. They experience specific issues like this one. There are reasons this happens, but we need to discuss what wireless radio is first, and afterward, … Read more

Netgear has two versions of Nighthawk X6, it’s the AC3200 Tri-Band Wi-Fi router and the AC3000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi router. Netgear is a good manufacturer, but as with any other excellent piece of hardware, we experience some issues. So, we’re going to discuss why our Netgear Nighthawk X6 is not connecting to the internet, how to … Read more

Practically all the devices we are using today depend on the internet connection in order to work properly. Our tablets, laptops, smartphones, wireless printers, TVs and so on, do their best while they are connected to the internet and the real problem appears when the wireless or wired connection stops working. One of the problems … Read more

Universal Plug and Play is a set of network protocols designed to allow different devices and computers on your network to easily discover and access each other to establish functional network services. UPnP is primarily made to be used in home networks and not in large businesses. It is very convenient from the consumer perspective. … Read more

Many Xbox users come across this issue from time to time. There are a few reasons this can happen, but the source can usually be pinned down to the strength and speed of the Wi-Fi or the network settings. As annoying as they might be, most of those causes can be eliminated in just a … Read more

Steam is a great online game platform. But, regardless of how great it is, it can still create some problems for its users from time to time. Many of us encountered the same problem over the years – the inability to connect to the Steam network. This message can seem random and affect only specific … Read more

When our Wi-Fi keeps dropping, it’s a very persistent and annoying issue that we need to fix as soon as possible. This issue happens more often than not with Spectrum routers, and sometimes it’s not even a problem with the router. Sometimes our Spectrum Wi-Fi keeps dropping because our ISP (Internet Service Provider) is experiencing … Read more

The error message “We Can’t Set Up Mobile Hotspot. Turn on WI-FI” is very annoying, and flipping that slider under “share my internet connection with other devices” to ON, just to see it going back to OFF on its own is, for sure, a very frustrating sight. This statement becomes even more true if you … Read more

You started experiencing some issues while browsing the internet or while trying to download/upload some content. You ran the Network troubleshooter and received the message – One or more network protocols are missing? What does this message mean? How will you find out what is missing, why it’s missing, and how to get it back? … Read more

Having a high-speed internet connection is practically a must today, and fiber internet connection is an excellent choice for that. Although Google Fiber is doing pretty great in providing excellent internet service for its users, some of them experience connectivity problems from time to time accompanied with the Google Fiber network box blinking red. Knowing … Read more

The popularity of Google Wi-Fi routers is growing day by day. This is not a surprise considering the name behind the product. The Google Wi-Fi router quality is top-notch and besides the plenty of features that help us create an excellent mesh network, we have to mention the LED light that goes all around the … Read more

Just like other wireless routers, the Xfinity routers have a set of status LED lights that indicate the activity and the status of your network and the connection. Basically, these LED lights are a sure sign to tell you what’s going on at the moment. Depending on the activity or the problem you are experiencing … Read more

Most users are extremely satisfied with Verizon’s services, but just like other ISPs, there are some problems that can occur sometimes. In such situations it is good to know that you can try to fix this on your own. We normally want to have a steady and reliable internet connection, so any problems have to … Read more

Unlike some other routers that have multiple LED lights, the Verizon Fios router comes with a Unified Button that changes its color depending on the status of the network. Knowing what each color means is important because it can help us find a solution for a specific problem much faster. In this article, we are … Read more

We can all agree about privacy being one of our top priorities when we are online. Whether you are a school student, an employee, or a tourist, you want to be sure no one can get to your texts and other private digital possessions when you connect to the Wi-Fi network in a school, workplace … Read more

ZTE Corporation offers high-quality, efficient, and easy-to-use network solutions. ZTE Wi-Fi network routers are used by companies and individuals around the world! Whether you have forgotten your Wi-Fi password or you just want to secure your network, wouldn’t it be great to know how to change the ZTE Wi-Fi password yourself? Regardless of the router … Read more

There have been many reports from users trying to connect their Samsung tablet to Wi-Fi but there’s no internet. When we see that our Samsung tablet is connected to Wi-Fi but no internet connection is in sight, we need to think about the situation. The first thing we should understand is why this happens. The … Read more

The LED lights on your wireless router are of great help because they will inform you of what’s happening at the moment with your network and connection. Whether the light is blinking or it’s solid, or it’s green, orange, blue, white, or red – all of these colors and behaviors tell us more about a … Read more

The Netgear router status lights are there to provide visual information about the current connection status of your network as well as the devices connected to it wirelessly or over the network cable. The red light on your Netgear router is something you don’t see quite often unless there is a problem with it. This … Read more

Many users across the internet report an issue with Windows 10 showing no internet access, but the internet works. Microsoft has released some updates and some versions of Windows 10 that have this issue. Sometimes Windows 10 has no internet access when it’s showing the “no internet access” notification, and we need to understand why, … Read more

Keeping our personal data and information is something we should take very seriously today. Amongst many other ways to achieve that, in this article, we are going to discuss the security of our network and how to change an unsecured wireless network to a secured one.  But first, let’s see why it is important to … Read more

Do you ever see a DSL light blinking green on your modem and wonder what it means? Rest assured, you are not alone. Many people have seen this light and don’t know what it signifies. Today, we’re going to tell you all about the DSL light blinking green problem and what it means for your … Read more

There are several things that bother us when we need a good internet connection, good speed, and a suitable environment to do what we need to do online. One commonly reported issue is that our Asus router is not getting full speed. To understand what’s happening and how we can resolve this inconvenience, we need … Read more

Every wireless router today has one or more lights that indicate what’s going on with the connection and the network in general. We are used to seeing them being solid or flashing but when specific issues occur it is good to know to interpret what the LED lights are telling us. This can point us … Read more

As one of the leading ISPs (Internet Service Providers), Xfinity tries to keep up with the trends. The latest Xfinity routers and gateways come in a very slick design, and we’re not exactly used to these smooth-looking devices.  Because of that, it’s hard to find the Xfinity router WPS button. That’s why this article discusses … Read more

Unstable Internet connection or complete outages can be pretty frustrating today, especially because most of the devices we use require a working internet connection in order to work properly. One of the things we normally do when we experience some internet connection problems is taking a look at the router and checking the lights. In … Read more

It’s not uncommon for our home network router to reset out of the blue. Users report this as one of the most common issues with routers. The thing is that everything needs to reboot at some point, but the problem occurs when the router keeps resetting. Imagine not sleeping for weeks, eventually we would collapse … Read more

Netgear offers a series of magnificent home and business solution products, and a very popular home product line is the Nighthawk router. It’s a router that’s present in many homes and keeps the internet running smoothly throughout them. However, sometimes we experience a glitch when there’s no Wi-Fi. There’s internet access, but there’s no signal … Read more

When someone wonders how to connect routers to telephone lines, it’s probably because they’re using DSL (Digital Subscriber Line). If we were using cable, we wouldn’t be wondering about this. Connecting a router to a telephone line is something we can’t do because we don’t connect a router to a telephone line. We connect a … Read more

Most people don’t differentiate between regular digital landline phones and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phones. That’s why we end up answering questions such as “How to connect a landline phone to a modem?” In our efforts to simplify and further explain the topic, we’ve decided to discuss what landline phone technology is, what VoIP … Read more

NOTE: In this article, we will talk about setting up an Ethernet LAN router. If you are looking for instructions on how to configure the Wi-Fi router, please click HERE. Modern switches for home and small office networks are mostly unmanaged, PnP (plug and play). All you have to do, once you set up the … Read more

This error message on your computer screen means that you are a Google Chrome user without a connection to the internet. Or, to be more accurate, Chrome is programmed to display a specific page whenever the browser is not able to connect to the internet. It sends out requests for the data to some addresses … Read more

If you’re wondering how to find the modem IP address behind the router, then you should know that you can’t find one. The router and the modem are two separate pieces of hardware unless you have a combination of the two in one device. To clarify how you can find the IP address of your … Read more

If you’re wondering how to get an IP address of your wireless router, you probably need it to do something like access your router’s settings and make adjustments. The question is quite common, and we’ve provided some answers. However, before we get on with your wireless router’s IP address location, we need to explain what … Read more

If you’re typing “Can I plug my router into any phone socket?” in the search engine, you’re definitely using a DSL (Digital subscriber line) internet service provider. There’s a difference between DSL and cable internet service providers. Also, there’s a difference between routers and modems, and the cables we can plug into a phone socket. … Read more

You want to get internet access at your home. Depending on where you live and who your Internet Service Provider (ISP) is, they might provide you with all the required equipment and send a team to set everything up. But, if you are less fortunate, they might just lease you the equipment or let you … Read more

There are few things more frustrating than having to deal with bad internet speeds. You’ll have to wait longer for sites to load and those few seconds tend to add up and waste valuable time. This is especially true in a business setting when each small is also an additional expense.  One of the ways … Read more