WiFi network name not showing up on devices
Your router has accidentally hidden its network name, or it is temporarily broadcasting so weak that devices cannot detect it. We will turn the network name back on or restart the router to fix this. both take less than a minute.
When your WiFi network name stops showing up, the most common reason is that you or someone else turned on the option to hide the network name. This is called broadcasting your SSID. Another reason is that the router is not broadcasting at full strength, which can happen if it overheats or has a loose connection. We will check both.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the network name is hidden forever. in most cases, it just needs the broadcast setting turned back on
- Not waiting long enough after restarting the router. it needs 2 minutes to fully restart
Signs you need professional help
- If your network name is still not showing up after restarting the router and turning on broadcast in the settings, give us a call and we will check if your router has a hardware problem.
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