Netgear router not working? Whether it won’t connect to the internet or it doesn’t show up in your Wi-Fi settings at all, here’s how to get your router working again.
Troubleshooting Your NETGEAR Wireless Router Network
The first step is to set up your router correctly. Plug it into the power source and press the power button if it doesn’t turn on automatically. The name of your router’s Wi-Fi network (SSID), which you can find in the manual or on the bottom of the device, should appear in your Wi-Fi settings. Select the network, select Connect, and then enter the password (which you can find next to the network name).
While you can use a router without a modem to communicate with other connected devices, you will also need a modem and an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to access the Internet. Make sure that you set up your modem correctly and that it is securely connected to the yellow port on your router with an Ethernet cable. If you can connect to your Wi-Fi network but cannot use the Internet, you likely need to troubleshoot your modem.
If you can't connect to the router's network at all, it could be due to one of the following reasons:
