Your WiFi drops when the microwave or baby monitor is on
Microwave ovens and baby monitors emit 2.4GHz signals that jam WiFi on the same frequency. Switch to 5GHz WiFi (it has no interference), or move your router away from the kitchen.
The 2.4GHz WiFi band shares spectrum with microwave ovens, baby monitors, cordless phones, and Bluetooth devices. These appliances aren't designed for RF shielding, so they leak strong signals that jam WiFi on the same frequency. This is physics, not a router problem.
Risk: Low
⏱ 15-20 minutes
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Trying to fix interference by changing WiFi security or passwords — security doesn't affect RF interference
- Assuming the router is faulty and replacing it — a new router also experiences microwave interference on 2.4GHz
Signs you need professional help
- Interference persists on 5GHz (rare) — a different device can also be interfering
- Your router doesn't support 5GHz — consider upgrading to a dual-band router
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