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Linksys router is not broadcasting SSID? Here’s what to do
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Linksys routers should automatically transmit theirhotspotservice set identifier into the open air in beacons. This makes it easy for nearby computers and other devices to see and connect to the network, so aLinksys routerthat is notbroadcastingits SSID can turn into a serious problem.
In other words, the SSID is the name you see when yourPCormobile devicedetects the wireless network. Without it, you have to know the name and set up a manual connection instead.
Chances are you don’t want to keep on connecting to the Linksys router by using itsIP addressall the time. For this reason, in this article, we have listed a couple of ways to correct the issue.
What can I do if my Linksys router is not broadcasting the SSID?
1. Check that SSID Broadcast is Enabled
Make sure that Broadcast SSID is visible. To unhide the SSID and allow other devices to view your wireless network, follow the steps above.
2. Ensure that Linksys router firmware is updated
If you’re particularly security-conscious, you already know that installing the latest available updates is essential to keep your network both safe and efficient. Just ensure that therouteris running on the latest firmware by going to the web-based setup page.
Want to know more about how to update your router’s firmware? Check out this hady guide.
3 Make sure Network is enabled
Before concluding that therouteris not working properly, you might consider checking if the Network option is enabled on the user interface as well. If not, change that immediately and see if the issue persists.
Let us know which of the methods above did the trick for you in the comment section below. Also, leave there any other questions or suggestions that you may have and we’ll be sure to check them out.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina Dinita
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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
