Netgear EAX20 (AX1800) extender is an easy to setup networking device. you just have to connect it to the modem or router via WPS and complete the Netgear Genie setup.
But, here you will get to know about a new problem of EAX20 (AX1800) will not accept TalkTalk router. we will provide reasons and solutions to the solve the issue.
Why Netgear EAX20 Not Accepting Router?
Here, in this section, you will get to know about possible reasons why your Netgear EAX20 (AX1800) will not accept TalkTalk router.
Resetting Router Instead Extender
Router can be easily installed in your house with the help of connecting it to the modem or ISP server. But in above mentioned situation, like EAX20 not accept TalkTalk router, the extender must be reset instead of router.
Typed Password is Incorrect
After resetting the router, you should connect it to the extender via EAX20 extender GUI or app, for that you have to use the router WiFi router password. If you entered it wrong, then the connection will not be established.
EAX20 to Router Connection is Weak
Router to extender link can be connected with the WPS method, but if it is not established correctly, then you can face troubles relate to connection. Also, if the router is connected to the extender very far away, then it also can be a reason of disconnection.
Weak Internet Service in Your Area
Weak internet coverage or service in your area of living can also be a causing factor of similar problem like EAX20 (AX1800) will not connect to TalkTalk router.
You have seen the possible causing factors, now, have a look how to solve it using below given solutions.
How to Solve Extender Not Accepting Router Issue?
If you reset the router instead of the extender, then you should re-configure the router and then try the connection again through mywifiext GUI or Nighthawk app. There are more solutions that you can try to reconnect the router to the EAX20 (AX1800) device.
Check Router WiFi Password
You should make sure the router password is correct. If you reset the router then you should use the WiFi password which you have used to the set it up in the past.
Use Cable to Connect Router and EAX20
The WPS method can be failed at the time of connection, so link the extender to the router with the help of the Ethernet cable just for first connection or setup. After that you can use the WPS method. Make sure that you are using good condition Ethernet cable for the link.
Supply Power to Extender at Optimal Spot
Optimal locations are far from the electronic devices and devices that can interrupt network signals. You also make sure that the extender and router are connected on optimal location.
Reset EAX20 (AX1800) Extender
Reset the EAX20 WiFi device is a good solution to this type of extender is not accepting the TalkTalk router. To reset the extender, you just have to find the RESET pinhole button and login press it using a pin.
But after that you should perform the Netgear extender setup again and then try again to connect the router to the extender.
End Note Lines
Here, you have seen and read possible reasons why EAX20 (AX1800) will not accept Talktalk router. We have also provided solutions to dispel the above mentioned problem in between.
