Your TP-Link extendible isn't recognizing your 5.8GHz Wi-Fi signal.
Your TP-Link extendible isn't recognizing your 5.8GHz Wi-Fi signal.
Hello, it seems your TP-Link RE 200 isn’t picking up the 5.8GHz network despite being close to the repeater. I can see you’re connecting your phone to that network. Could you check if the router is properly set up for 5.8GHz and if the phone is using the correct frequency?
My WIFI router shows AS DEFAULT Wifi5.8Ghz... This isn’t a made-up thing. It’s showing 2.4 GHz versus 5 GHz. Understanding the distinction between these frequencies helps. Today, we’ll explore the contrasts and best uses for each band. When someone calls a gadget dual-band, it means it can switch between 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz. The 2.4 GHz signal operates at a lower frequency, typically ranging from 450 Mbps to 600 Mbps. In contrast, the 5.8 GHz signal supports speeds up to around 1300 Mbps. That’s a significant speed gap. Most household items—phones, Bluetooth devices, garage door openers, baby monitors—work on 2.4 GHz. The newer 5.8 GHz standard isn’t widely adopted yet, so dual-band routers face less interference from common home equipment. When many devices try to use the same channel, it leads to congestion. The 5.8 GHz band usually has fewer users and offers more channels (23) compared to 2.4 GHz (11). The number of available channels varies by location. Here’s a quick overview:
- 2.4 GHz: Wide coverage but can be crowded, slower, prone to interference from microwaves or phones.
- 5.8 GHz: Narrower range but faster speeds, less crowded, ideal for gaming and streaming.
For best performance, use dual-band routers. If you need maximum speed, opt for 5.8 GHz. Newer devices often support both bands (802.11n and 802.11ac).
5.8GHz corresponds to channels 161 and 165 within the 5GHz spectrum. It belongs to that band, but it might be due to your router's settings or the repeater not supporting that frequency.
This explanation now makes much more sense. The network is actually operating at around 5.8GHz, not 5GHz. Please let me know which channel you're currently using and consider changing it if needed.
I believe @Lurick has a valid point. I remember that certain 5GHz bands weren't fully accessible until later, since they overlap with other uses like weather radar. That means some devices might not support all the available spectrum. I'll try a lower channel and check the results.