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Troubleshooting: Major Issues with Linksys RE6500 Extender

Supported Products Issue, Troubleshooting Tips

Linksys RE6500 AC1200 WiFi range extender helps in eliminating dead zones with an ultimate wireless coverage of more than 10,000 square feet. RE6500 extender replicates the existing WiFi signals coming out from your main router and provide the uninterrupted internet range throughout the house.


If you are also facing the face issue, then worry not. We have a solution for you. In this troubleshooting post, you will get some simple tips and tricks to resolve the issue. Let’s get started.

Unable to Connect to Linksys RE6500 Extender

Improper of the Linksys extender might be the root cause of the annoying issue. Not only this but also the placement of your existing WiFi router that you use for the Linksys AC1200 setup process perhaps results in the same problem.


Thus, you can easily solve the issue without any hassle.

Can’t Log in to Linksys WiFi Extender


To troubleshoot the issue, make sure of the following things:

  3. Update the internet browser you are using.
  4. Use the latest firmware on your Linksys extender.
  6. Connect your Linskys extender to the router.

Intermittent WiFi Connection Problem


  2. Distance between your router and your Linksys WiFi extender.
  3. Placement of your devices.


To restore the default factory settings of your Linksys RE6500:

  1. Make sure that your Linksys extender is powered on.
  2. Disconnect your Linksys extender from other connected devices.
  3. Grab a pin or paper clip.
  4. Insert it into the Linksys extender’s factory reset hole.
  5. Hold the reset hole and release it.

That’s it! Your WiFi extender has been reset successfully.

For more Linksys extender troubleshooting tips, it is recommended to get in touch with our expert technicians through our toll-free number 1-866-808-4180.

