WI–FI PROBLEMS

I KEEP LOSING WI-FI CONNECTION ON MY MAC, ESPECIALLY WHEN DOWNLOADING VERY LARGE APPS. ANY TIPS? This has been quite a common problem for a while. Start off by holding down the Opt key, clicking on the Wi-Fi icon in the menu bar, and choosing the “Open Wireless Diagnostics” option. Now go to Window > Performance and monitor the graphs over time for possible dips and spikes. You can also try the method below.

1

ROUTER SETTINGS

There should be an IP address printed on your router. Type these digits into Safari to access the main settings page for your router.

2

WIRELESS SETTINGS

The page of settings that you see will be different depending on your router. However, there should be a “Wireless” set of options to click on.

3

LOG IN

To make changes to your router settings you must log in. These details should be printed on the router or in your documentation.

4

CHANGE THE CHANNEL In the Wireless settings should be the option to change channels. Change it to a high number that’s unlikely to clash with other networks.

5

USE THE 5GHZ BAND

As the channels only relate to the 2.4GHz band of your router, switching to the 5GHz band might provide a boost to your signal.

6

SEARCH FOR OPTION

Find the option in your router settings to separate the bands and then turn it on to access the 5GHz band.

7

SWITCH BANDS

Make sure the 5GHz band has a different name, then select it from your Mac’s Wi-Fi menu to connect. The password will be the same as usual.

8

USE WPA2

Resist the urge to hide your network as this doesn’t actually make it more secure. Make sure you set your network’s security to WPA2.

9

CREATE NEW NAME

You don’t have to use the default name for your network, so rename it. Make sure it doesn’t conflict with any other nearby networks.