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WiFi Connectivity

Separate 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi bands on ExpressVPN firmware

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By default ExpressVPN firmware bonds the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks to a single wireless network name. Your device will automatically choose which one will provide the best connection. You can separate these networks to have unique Wi-Fi names so you can control which network your devices will use. 1. Connect to the FlashRouter's network [...]

Change Wireless Channels on ExpressVPN firmware

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Changing the wireless channel on your ExpressVPN FlashRouter can help with WiFi stability and allows you to use a wireless channel with less traffic in your local environment. 1. Connect to the FlashRouter's network via ethernet cable or wireless. 2. Open your web browser and enter expressvpnrouter.com or 192.168.132.1 in the URL. 3. Login with [...]

How do I change my Wireless Network Name (SSID)?

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Change the FlashRouter's wireless network name to any name you like. Navigate to Wireless > Basic Settings Click into the Wireless Network Name (SSID) field and enter in the new wireless name you would like to use. Click Apply Settings. Reconnect to the wireless network using your new wireless network name.

How do I change my Wireless Password?

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Change the FlashRouter's wireless network password to any password you like. Navigate to Wireless > Wireless Security Click Unmask next to the Shared Key field to see what you are typing and enter in the new wireless password you would like to use. Click Apply Settings. Reconnect to the wireless network using your new password.

My 2.4GHz network is not showing up

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If you ever have an issue with WiFi, you can always wire directly into the FlashRouter to verify and/or update your current WiFi settings. Enter the recommended wireless settings Our team has tested the wireless functionality for each FlashRouter that we offer and shared our recommended wireless settings in our Wifi Setup area. Replicate the [...]

My 5.0GHz network is not showing up

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Verify the device supports 5GHz 5.0GHz networks are not compatible with all devices so first make sure that you device's wireless adapter supports 5GHz wireless frequencies. If you are not sure, find out if your device support 5 GHz via Google search or by looking in the wireless hardware details in the device's network settings. [...]

My WiFi password is not working

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Keep in mind that passwords are case sensitive. The preset DD-WRT FlashRouter WiFi password is Wireless#[First 5 characters of your router MAC]. The router MAC can be found on the bottom of your router. For e.g. if your MAC is 1459C07E70A8 then your WiFi password is Wireless#1459C Verify wireless password Connect an ethernet cable from [...]

Why did my WiFi SSID change to ‘dd-wrt’?

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If you are seeing 'dd-wrt' in your available wireless networks instead of your regular FlashRouter24 and FlashRouter50 wireless network names (SSID) this means the router has been reset to default DD-WRT firmware settings. Follow our instructions for Resetting and Reconfiguring your FlashRouter to get setup again. Do not confuse your SSID being replaced by 'dd-wrt' [...]

How do I boost my Wireless Transmission power?

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Boost the wireless transmission power if you need to increase the wireless range of the FlashRouter. Important Information We recommend reading the entry in the DD-WRT Wiki to familiarize yourself with what TX Power values represent. Broadcom routers Netgear R8500 Netgear R7000 Netgear R6400 V2 Netgear R6300 V2 Asus RT-AC5300 Asus RT-AC66U Asus RT-AC56U Navigate [...]

Why are devices disconnecting from Wireless?

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If you find that wireless devices are routinely disconnecting from the FlashRouter's network we recommend that you do the following: On the Wireless > Wireless Security page make sure you are using WPA2 Personal / AES as your security settings. On the Wireless > Basic Settings adjust the Wireless Channel. Select a wireless channel with [...]

Why is my WiFi signal weak?

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If you find that wireless signal strength is weak while connected to the FlashRouter's network we recommend that you do the following: Make sure that you have the external antennas fully connected to the FlashRouter. "Forget" the wireless network on the device and then rejoin with a fresh connection. This will be different for each [...]

Why can’t I connect to WiFi using the WPS button feature?

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DD-WRT firmware automatically disables the WPS feature as it is a known security vulnerability. This makes your router more secure with DD-WRT than with factory firmware. For any device that uses a WPS WiFi connection there should always be an alternate method to connect the device via WiFi.

How do I connect a Wireless Extender to my FlashRouter network?

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The settings of your FlashRouter do not need to change to connect an extender to the FlashRouter's network. Simply access the settings of the extender device and enter the FlashRouter's wireless network name and the correct wireless password. The extender will then connect via wireless to the FlashRouter and add wireless range to your network. [...]

How do I read my Wireless status?

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The wireless status page is very helpful in diagnosing where a wireless issue stems from. Make sure the settings displayed on this page match the actual settings you have set in the DD-WRT Wireless settings. Review our recommended wireless settings for your FlashRouter if you are not getting accurate readouts. Navigate to Status > Wireless [...]