Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Router Troubleshooting
Is Router Plugged in?
- Is the Router's power supply properly seated into the back of the router?
- Is the Router's power supply properly seated into the wall socket or power strip?
- Is the Router's power supply or power strip possibly plugged into a switched socket and is turned off?
- If using a power strip:
- Is the power strip properly seated into the wall socket?
- Is the power strip turned on and powering other devices?
- If the power strip has a light indicator, is it lit up?
Is the Router Powering On?
- Do you see the normal light indicators on the router?
Is the Router Cabling Correct?
- Is the Ethernet cable from your internet source fully plugged into the WAN/Internet Port of the Router?
- This port is commonly separate from the other ports and is Yellow, Blue, or Orange.
- If you have our Managed Router this would be Port 1 with Internet written below the port.
Wirelessly Connected Customer (Dish)
Is Power Cabling Correct?
- Is the Dish's Power Cable properly seated into the power Brick?
- Is the Dish's Power Supply properly seated into the wall socket or power strip?
- If using a power strip:
- Is the power strip properly seated into the wall socket?
- Is the power strip turned on and powering other devices?
- If the power strip has a light indicator, is it lit up?
- Is the Dish's power supply or power strip possibly plugged into a switched socket and is turned off?
Is the Dish's Power Supply Powering On?
- Is the Dish's Power Supply light indicator lit up?
- If the light indicator is flashing, visibly burnt or melted, and/or has a burnt smell:
Please unplug the power supply and call (574)277-7720 to speak with a Support Representative,
or fill out our Issue Form just below the Support FAQ.
These symptoms could indicate a shorted Power Supply.
Direct Connect Customers
Please follow the Router Troubleshooting FAQ.
I followed through all the troubleshooting on this page and I still need help?
Please call (574)277-7720 to speak with a Support Representative, or fill out our Issue Form just below the Support FAQ.