I have a Linksys ea7300 router and I've tried everything to get it to turn back on but the system light won't turn back on. How do I know if there's a hardware malfuntion and how do I fix it, preferrably for free.
I am a long-time WHW03 owner with a 11-node installation.
6 of the nodes are V1 using firmware 1.1.19.215389
5 of the nodes are V2 using firmware 2.1.19.215389
Everything is stable, and I learned the hard way that all of the nodes need to be on the same version # because when there was a mix of versions, the network was unstable.
As you can see, all of my firmwares end in .1.19.215389, so while there is V1 and V2, everything after the first # (1 or 2) is identical. This firmware is from 2024, and until this past month, they were the latest versions.
I now see that there is updated firmware for both versions.
V1 is 1.1.19.216893 whereas V2 is 2.1.20.216892
Unlike my existing firmware, these are no longer "identical."
Is it recommended to update all of my nodes with their latest firmware? I ask because doing so would no longer have identical (save for the first #) versions on all 11 nodes.
I can find no way to perform a chat with a representative.
So I switched back to my MR7500 after my previous router became too unstable to use.
In DHCP settings , I pointed DNS1, 2, and 3 to pihole (192.168.1.12). However, when I check my client devices, DNS settings are set to 192.168.1.1.
I've released/renewed DHCP lease, rebooted the router multiple times, etc. This router is just straight up ignoring the DNS setting I'm putting in.
Firmware is up to date (1.1.12.216649).
The linksys is behind an AT&T gateway that is running in passthrough mode. That doesn't seem to be the issue.
Does anyone else know about this dns setting being an issue?
Thanks in advance for any help/input you can provide!
this happens periodically. every device we can is on the 5ghz network, but there are these intense slowdowns. powercycling usually helps and we replaced our modem on advice of ISP thinking that could be an issue.
i just discovered yesterday the 2.4ghz network was fine and toggled off and on the 5ghz network and that fixed it. it was 1000x the speed on 2.4 ghz vs 5ghz which makes no sense!
WPS, parental control, device prioritization are all off. the only setting on which could impact I can think of is band steering. would that make an impact? anything else?
Hi everyone,
I bought two different used Linksys Velop child nodes (from two separate eBay sellers) to expand my existing working Velop mesh network. Both behave exactly the same: after factory reset they stay solid red and won’t join the network.
• Models: Parent: [WHW03 V2], Child nodes: WHW03 and WHW03V2]
• Main parent node and the rest of the network are working perfectly with full internet.
• These are additional child nodes only.
• I’ve tried every common fix multiple times on both units. I’m hesitant to believe both are faulty since they came from different buyers.
Steps I’ve tried:
• Multiple factory resets on both nodes (held reset button 10–20+ seconds until red pulse, waited full reboot each time)
• Power cycled the nodes, modem, and whole system multiple times
• Placed each child node in the same room right next to the parent
• Tried adding them via the Linksys app (“Add a node”)
• 5-press quick pairing method on the parent node
• Plugged each one directly into the parent node with Ethernet (wired backhaul)
• Different power outlets, waited 5+ minutes after every change
• Confirmed they sometimes reach solid purple/blue briefly but always end up solid red
The nodes never join the network. Since these are used units, the resets should have cleared any previous settings.
Has anyone successfully added stubborn used Velop child nodes that do this? Any model-specific tips, advanced fixes, or things that finally worked beyond the standard troubleshooting would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
anyone know if spectrum wont allow this router to work? we have Spectrum modem with spectrum wifi router upstairs and downstairs i'm running an ethernet cord from that router to my pc downstairs. for some reason when i connect the Linksys wired router downstairs from that dsl cord to my computer downstairs it won't work even though the intenet and port lights are green. powered off and on wont work. the cd installs but then at the part where it checks router connectivity it wont proceed, keeps getting error. This happened before even when we had a seperate Spectrum cable modem box downstairs with no wifi, and was connecting it to that modem.
My main network is on a Velop mesh system with 1 parent and 2 nodes. I'm doing some cleaning and stuff and found a couple of older Linksys routers. I asked other day about using them as an AP and was told they were too old. But, would I be able to use them just as a switch or something? These Velops only have 1 or 2 ethernet ports on the bottom of them. I'm thinking through rearranging a room and maybe adding a NAS, Apple TV, and ethernet connected printer. If they're too old, I could buy a switch if it isn't too expensive.
These are the ones I have.
If I need to get rid of them, should I put them on eBay, take them to Goodwill, or just trash them. I'm thinking if I put them on eBay, whoever buys them will know what they're getting. They don't have an AC adapter.
MR8300 router received a wifi update yesterday and since then, things seem slower. I've already restarted the modem and router but still seems off.
I hope I don't have to reset everything
PRELUDE: You don't need it. You can skip to "QUESTION" below.
My ISP Shaw Cable was taken over by Rogers (ISP)
The modem Shaw had provided is Xfinity XB8 that was swapped for another identical modem.
Shaw Internet speed provided was 2G+ and it's I pay extra for.
When Rogers started changing things, speed dropped to below half of what I'm paying for. That's another issue.
Another change Rogers made (and didn't tell anyone except employees) was to disable all of the features of controlling SSID, blocking home devices from accessing the Internet, including they disallowed filtering MACs, Parental Control yadda yadda...
For now, my goal is to get a way of accessing the Modem GUI and use the modem's tools I was accustomed to - i.e., control the modem again.
A Shaw/Rogers support person (SP) told me if I want to change settings, I would have to to buy rent/lease a cell phone and download the "app" that would still prevent most of the original browser > modem tools.
Another SP told me I could get around the cut back in features by bridging - so here I am, bridged with half the speed now.
My Settings:
The Xfinity XB8 modem is in Bridge Mode and cabled from the modems Port #4 to Linksys E8450 router "Internet" port. The desktop is plugged in to Linksys E8450 Port #1. Note that I tried Port #4 as well. No change. Also Note that everything I use is by cable. Wi-Fi is Off. My choice.
When I called Rogers again, they told me that by bridging, I loose half the speed. Well, it's always less than half --- ^(2G+) to 900 - 950 Mbps. Speed cuts is the penalty for trying to manage the devices in our house.
THE QUESTION: Am I missing something? The modem and desktop is good up to 3.5G, and Linksys E840 is good to 3.2 G - maybe? Cables are all CAT8. There are no other devices able to connect WiFi or cable. I disabled them all because of Rogers very very poor attitude to users privacy.
BTW- The Xfinity XB8 modem - - - ..
>Support/linksys.com
The Linksys E8450 is a Wi-Fi 6 AX3200-class router, featuring a total theoretical bandwidth of up to 3.2 Gbps (3200 Mbps) combined across its dual bands. Real-world tests indicate the router is capable of high-speed performance, particularly with wired and close-range wireless connections. ... Support at Linksys
Question Part 2:
Do I need a router that can get up to 2 to 2.5 or more? I ask because there are conflicting speeds features for the Linksys E8450, i.e. I have seen it to max at 1G others 2G, 2.5 and 3.5G
Thank you for reading my novel
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I had an MR6350 on hand as a spare router (for unknown years) and finally decided to swap it in as my in-house single point router. I didn't mess with the app; just hooked up a desktop PC to with an Ethernet cable, went to 192.168.1.1 in the browser, found the way past the "download app" page, and did my configuration. Works fine. Only thing is, the indicator light is staying purple instead of returning to blue. I figure that doesn't really matter (since it is working), but thought I'd ask if there is any way to clear this condition through the web user interface. Thanks in advance.
Whoever decided that to access your LinkSys router it must be first connected to Internet and then only you can connect with from your App seriously needs to be fired.
My router lost internet and I had no choice bht to physically reboot the router as my could not connect to the router form my mobile.
And also whoever decided that if you are on a mobile browser trying to access router settings page, you must use the mobile app and cannot access the web UI - that person also needs to be fired - we are in 2026 - how long it takes to make the web ui responsive to work on mobile?
Havubg switched from TP-Link by my ISP, I have to say even though they have their problems, I have to say theirs router access usabilt is a LOT better.
LinkSys router is a big disappointment for me
Hi, ive been having issues with my NAT for months now ever since we got Gigaclear. its fine with most games but most of the time its a headache. I have seen that there's UPNP, which helps with that but i cant seem to find it on the app at all. is there a way to enable it or at least get my NAT type to open?
I have 5 Nodes (all Linksys MX5300) throughout my house, all hard-wired with solid connection.
When I go into the Linksys app, for some reason, all of the devices are connected to Node 1. Even if it has only 1 bar of signal (with a Node nearby that would give it full WiFi signal)
Any suggestions on what to do? Seems silly that the devices are connecting to the worst Node.
I did recently separate the 2.4ghz and 5ghz bands with different SSIDs. Not sure if that is what is causing the issue but I had to do this since some of my IOT devices wouldn't connect properly.
I have an older Mac that doens't have wifi. It's also in an area not close to a Velop router and I don't want to run a cable. I have 4 older routers that I was thinking of using to set up next to the Mac, connect to the Mac via ethernet cable, and use that to connect to the Velop network.
I also don't want to keep it connected all the time and will turn it off when not using it but I think this would be the best way to transfer files.
On hand, I have the following routers:
In case anyone is still in possession of a Linksys E8450 and hasn't tossed it out the window out of spite due to the setup interface repeatedly telling you "authentication required" despite having already entered the admin password correctly for the millionth time, here the fix.
If you are using Windows 10/11:
Open Edge. If you've uninstalled it for some reason, reinstall it because you won't be able to proceed to the next step until you do.
Go to "..." -> Settings -> Default Browser (URI: edge://settings/defaultBrowser).
Look for Internet Explorer mode pages, then click "Add a page".
In the dialogue box, type in "http://192.168.1.1" then click "Add".
Go to "http://192.168.1.1". You should see Edge indicating that it is showing the page in Internet Explorer mode. Enter your admin password, and you should be now able to access the setup without a hitch.
If you are still using Windows 7 or older:
Why?
Open Internet Explorer, then skip straight to Step #5 above.
If you are using a non-Windows system:
Backstory:
It so happened that I had an E8450 landed on my desk today. Long story short, I was initially pretty stumped by the login loop. So, I came here hoping someone on Reddit would shed some light on the subject. That of course turned out to be a total bust.
Then I saw the copyright notice at the bottom of the login page and thought to myself, "'Belkin International', huh? No way that's the problem!"
Well, since my work computer was a Mac, I borrowed one of my colleague's Windows computer and tried my luck with it, and lo and behold, IE mode worked!
Now, what the heck did IE mode have to do with Belkin? In case some people here didn't know or didn't remember, Cisco sold the Linksys brand to Belkin in 2013, and rather than every Belkin router turning into a Linksys, the consequence of that acquisition was every Linksys turning into a Belkin. This is also where you'll have to excuse my bluntness because, in all honesty, Belkin routers are hot garbage.
Consider how long the world has already moved on from IE. The E8450 (a rebadged Belkin RT3200) is supposed to be a Wifi 6 router, yet, with Belkin, it is perfectly reasonable to expect the web interface to contain hacks and workarounds for old browsers from back when the dinosaurs roamed the earth. New browsers of course don't understand any of that nonsense, so, naturally, they crap out, refresh, and drop you back into the login page as soon as you move past it and reach the landing page (i.e. the "status" page). It's absolutely mind-blowing this is the quality of things Belkin deems acceptable for their latest up-to-date firmware since 2020, but that kind of insanity is also why I'm never too concerned with being out of a job.