{"id":6859,"date":"2023-08-03T05:43:21","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T05:43:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/routerctrl.com\/?p=6859"},"modified":"2023-11-22T15:14:24","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T15:14:24","slug":"centurylink-wi-fi-not-working","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/routerctrl.com\/centurylink-wi-fi-not-working\/","title":{"rendered":"CenturyLink Wi-Fi Not Working – Causes and Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wi-Fi can easily qualify as one of man’s most outstanding achievements, especially for our convenience. Whether you want to browse the internet or watch a TV show, constant, seamless Wi-Fi is a must-have. So, what causes your <\/span>CenturyLink<\/span><\/a> Wi-Fi not to work, and what can you do about it? Have no worries as we look into all that and get you back to having Wi-Fi.<\/span><\/p>\n

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No Connection?<\/h2>\n

Connection issues with your Wi-Fi<\/span><\/a> can result from either external interference or internal router and modem factors. It is advisable to try fixing these problems on your own before contacting customer support to avoid wasting time on hold waiting for the next available agent to get to you. <\/span><\/p>\n

There is a solution for each of the possible causes, as we are going to see, so let us dig right in.<\/span><\/p>\n

Check the Power Cable Connections<\/h2>\n

Confirm that your router and modem connection to the power source is untampered. It is essential to rule this out before trying other solutions to avoid wasting your precious time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Try this solution, especially if you do not see any lights on your router<\/a>, as it could indicate a power source or power cord problem. If any other light apart from the green one is on, it could help you identify the potential problem. You can also <\/span>look at this article<\/span><\/a> to identify what different router lights mean.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a countermeasure, try plugging in a different device into the power source – if it works, you might have faulty CenturyLink Wi-Fi appliances. Contact your seller for a refund or an exchange.  <\/span><\/p>\n

Troubleshoot Your CenturyLink Wi-Fi<\/h2>\n

Whether you have no connection or have a lousy connection consider troubleshooting your Wi-Fi equipment as one of the first things you do.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you can check with someone who also uses CenturyLink Wi-Fi, do so to know whether the problem is only with your router. You can also find other users on chat forums, and should they have the same problem, contact customer support.<\/span><\/p>\n

To access the CenturyLink troubleshooting page, visit their website or use this <\/span>link<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

Free Up Bandwidth<\/h2>\n

When too many devices rely on the same modem, they cause congestion and deplete available bandwidth. It can, in turn, affect your Wi-Fi service, so disconnect some devices, and then try connecting the device you want to use first. <\/span><\/p>\n

Check for Physical Obstructions<\/h2>\n

Always make sure your router is <\/span>in an open space with as few obstructions as possible<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid placing the router in closed compartments or basements as <\/span>more walls between you and your router affect the signal quality<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is essential to ensure that you are as close as possible to the router as distance also compromises the quality of the signal you get.<\/span><\/p>\n

Double-Check Your Passwords<\/h2>\n

When entering your password and accidentally using the wrong one, it can give you hell with even a slight mistake when typing.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a fix, ensure you use the correct password \u2013 it\u2019s on the back of your router. The <\/span>Wi-Fi password<\/span><\/a> is always different from the <\/span>admin password<\/span><\/a>; hence you should check that you enter your Wi-Fi password and not the admin password.<\/span><\/p>\n

If someone else or you changed your Wi-Fi password, you could find the new password under router settings when you <\/span>log into your CenturyLink router<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Update Your Firmware<\/h2>\n

Routers and modems run firmware updates automatically. On rare occasions, they fail to do so due to connection problems. Go to your router’s online settings under the utility section to check if your router has the latest firmware. <\/span><\/p>\n

If not, you can update the firmware manually using the following steps.<\/span><\/p>\n