Simple Wi-Fi Checks and Fixes

1. Check router lights — power, internet, Wi‑Fi indicators should be steady green.
2. Restart the router — unplug the power for 30 seconds, plug back in and wait 2–3 minutes.
3. Move closer to the router and test — stand near it and run a speed test (Google “speed test”).
4. Reduce interference — keep the router away from microwaves, cordless phones and large metal objects.
5. Check connected devices — disconnect one device at a time to see if one is hogging bandwidth.
6. Change Wi‑Fi channel (basic) — log into the router’s web page, look for wireless settings and try a less crowded channel (1, 6 or 11 for 2.4GHz).
7. Consider a reboot schedule or power cycle weekly and discuss mesh/booster options if coverage is poor.

• No internet light: try a different wall socket for the router and check your ISP outage page or phone line.
• Very slow speeds: test with one device wired to the router; if wired is fine, the issue is Wi‑Fi coverage.
• Frequent drops: move router higher and central; try changing channel; update router firmware if available.
• Still stuck: note router make/model and call your ISP or book a tech visit.

Keep router firmware up to date; note admin login details on a printed card.

Use a guest network for visitors to protect your main network.

Label the router and backup Wi‑Fi details for carers or family.

Check lights → restart router → test near router → reduce interference → check devices → try channel change → consider booster.