Wi-Fi Signal Weak All of a Sudden
We all know having your Wi-Fi signal get weak or completely lost suddenly is one of the most frustrating things in life, unfortunately this is this sad reality we live in given the efficiency of the 3G and 4G networks, signal distortion and disconnection are part of the radio transmission’s network.
The most common reasons for your Wi-Fi signal going weak suddenly are the wireless router and network card. However, there are several other reasons why your Wi-Fi signal may go weak all of a sudden:
Insufficient network rangeLow router batteryDistance between router and device is farPhysical interferences such as thick walls, concrete floorsMultiple connections to the Wi-Fi router via multiple devices Positioning the routers close to electronic devices such as televisions, radios, speakers may cause interference. Dated or missing firmwareIncompatible software installations Faulty/damaged network routing device
How to Fix Wi-Fi Signal Drop?
Make sure the router is turned on and in range, ensure there is no interference or obstacles in the connection such as brick walls, concrete floors, magnetic and metal materials
Make sure there is an active internet subscription plan running through the network card with unlimited access. If the network card is low on the available data network balance or on the date of expiry, consider opting for a new plan.
Check for damaged or badly configured tethering cable, ensure that your router is placed in a central, unobstructed area so the router can efficiently send out signals in all directions. Moving your internet router just a few inches could save you endless connectivity issues.
Check your device’s wireless network settings, if your phone or computer is set to manage your wireless card’s power, it may shut off connectivity after a certain amount of non-interaction time. If you operate a specific system utility, make sure to check that the permission is not set to turn off wireless power after device is idle for a certain time
How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi?
Hard resetting your devices may be a simple solution to your problem. Turn off both router and connected device and turn them back on, this process will reset the device which will ensure all third-party connections are disengaged and do a clean full boot up.
Make sure your router signal is set to a specific channel, check your wireless router signal settings in setup and make sure you choose a particular channel, if you are having a drop in internet speed and connection try using a channel different from the default. Ideally if you want maximum output and minimal interference from your device, then on the 2. 4GHz channels select 1, 6 or 11.
Decrease the router’s MTU to less than 1500 and adjust the BT from 100 to 50, FT from 2346 bytes to 2306 bytes, RTS from 2347 bytes to 2304 bytes.
Update your router firmware and network card if the above listed methods prove abortive, after a power outage, the router’s firmware could be corrupted, therefore experiencing an intermittent connection. If your firmware is up to date, then consider performing a re-flash. Ensure that any update or installations are done directly from the manufacturer or a licensed and registered retailer.
Conclusion
A fluctuation in your network connectivity and strength isn’t something of huge alarm or worry, follow the above steps to boost your Wi-Fi network connection strength and prevent it from getting weak suddenly. This article will guide you on how to fix your Wi-Fi network drop issue. However, if you try all steps and still have the same problem, you might want to consider visiting a technician.
Q. How do I hard reset my router?
A. Ensure your router is plugged into a power outlet, locate the router’s reset button (either at the back or bottom of your router), use a clip to hold down the reset button for 30 seconds until the router powers back on.
Q. What should I do if my Wi-Fi signal suddenly goes weak?
A. You should try disconnecting your device from the network and re-joining it again, if this doesn’t work you can try moving the position of the router.
Q. If my Wi-Fi signal goes weak, does that mean my router is faulty?
A. No, the quality of your internet speed does not determine the physical condition of your router, your internet connection may be poor even on a new router.
