Nexus 7 WiFi problems
- Thread starter Ben Paterson
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It could mean that your router/access point's signal is getting stomped on by a neighbor's Wifi or another 2.4 GHz device like a wireless phone. Download a Wifi Analyzer app and see if your device sees interference from other access points nearby. If so you can change your router/access point's channel to avoid the interference or if it is newer and smarter device set for best channel it may switch channels when you power cycle it. If you need to manually select a channel try to use one of the non-overlapping channels (1, 6, 11, or 14 (not available in US)).
Android 4.3 still causes wifi issues. I was literally right next to the router trying to watch YouTube and it would just hang after a minute or so. Same thing with browser, play store. This was a fresh install after wiping data and everything.
Yup, that did it for me. I've had to do it twice in the last few days though.
It may be an issue with my crappy router(s) though.
The beef:
Device: Nexus 7 FHD(2013)
Router 1) Netgear WNR1000v2
Router 2) DD-WRT Wireless Repeater Asus WL-520GU
A few days ago, I decided to update my wireless security in my apartment (even if just a little). I updated my main router (WNR1000v2)'s password, and changed it from WPA to WPA2 AES encryption. I made sure to get all my buddies to let me reconfigure their devices to connect to the same new credentials. Everything was like clockwork. All my roommates instantly connected, no problems, instant speed and happiness. But then I realized that my wireless repeater (the ASUS 520GU) also had to be configured with the same network credentials. So, I logged in to the Asus repeater and changed its credentials to match the first one's, and hit "Join" to reconnect to the primary router and regain its "Repeater" status.
That's when it hit the fan. Nothing would connect to the main router(the WNR1000), it would either give everybody "Limited Connectivity" or similar errors or just not let them connect. When the second the repeater tried to connect to the first, it froze everything, for everyone. I was finally able to get it working and keep the same level of security(WPA2) by assigning static IPs to everything that connects to our network (my roommates' and friends' devices, all my devices). It seemed to work great, everyone is happy so far, but my Nexus still seems to just lock up and only see LAN computers occasionally(I can still stream video from local machines to my tablet when the icon is grey). Since that day, it seems now that most people can connect to our main network and the repeater without a static IP. How it magically started working again is beyond me, but oh well. Regardless, the Nexus still seems to fight with it now and then. I'm probably just gonna get another cheap ASUS router, put DD-WRT on it, then trash this NETGEAR router.
At least for me, the grey bars are a problem that can be fixed by unplugging the main router and plugging it back in, erasing my network profile in Android, and attempting a fresh connection. Boom. Blue bars, baby.
It may be an issue with my crappy router(s) though.
The beef:
Device: Nexus 7 FHD(2013)
Router 1) Netgear WNR1000v2
Router 2) DD-WRT Wireless Repeater Asus WL-520GU
A few days ago, I decided to update my wireless security in my apartment (even if just a little). I updated my main router (WNR1000v2)'s password, and changed it from WPA to WPA2 AES encryption. I made sure to get all my buddies to let me reconfigure their devices to connect to the same new credentials. Everything was like clockwork. All my roommates instantly connected, no problems, instant speed and happiness. But then I realized that my wireless repeater (the ASUS 520GU) also had to be configured with the same network credentials. So, I logged in to the Asus repeater and changed its credentials to match the first one's, and hit "Join" to reconnect to the primary router and regain its "Repeater" status.
That's when it hit the fan. Nothing would connect to the main router(the WNR1000), it would either give everybody "Limited Connectivity" or similar errors or just not let them connect. When the second the repeater tried to connect to the first, it froze everything, for everyone. I was finally able to get it working and keep the same level of security(WPA2) by assigning static IPs to everything that connects to our network (my roommates' and friends' devices, all my devices). It seemed to work great, everyone is happy so far, but my Nexus still seems to just lock up and only see LAN computers occasionally(I can still stream video from local machines to my tablet when the icon is grey). Since that day, it seems now that most people can connect to our main network and the repeater without a static IP. How it magically started working again is beyond me, but oh well. Regardless, the Nexus still seems to fight with it now and then. I'm probably just gonna get another cheap ASUS router, put DD-WRT on it, then trash this NETGEAR router.
At least for me, the grey bars are a problem that can be fixed by unplugging the main router and plugging it back in, erasing my network profile in Android, and attempting a fresh connection. Boom. Blue bars, baby.
Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi issue (my adventure)
The first Nx7 (2013) I got came straight from Google. It exhibited the strangest problem: It would not see the AP in my house, but I could see all the neighbor's APs. When my AP finally showed up it would vanish as soon as I typed in the password, showing up at the bottom of the wifi list as "not in range"
So, I activated a the wireless in the Router in my house (d-link)... the Nx7 would see it for a moment, then vanish. If I got the chance to log in with the passcode, it would fall down to "out of range"
I called Google, went through all their elementary troubleshoot garbage. Nothing. So I RMA'd the unit and got a refund. Google only took a MONTH to get my refund back to me (day before yesterday). Now, I go to Radio Shack and buy a new, never opened Nexus 7 (2013) and return home.
Same Freaking Issue. So launched my Transformer Prime (yes, I'm one of those idiots who bought one brand new) and looked through Wi-Fi Analyzer. I noted what channels my two AP were on and also my neighbors. I then changed Channels on the AP, changed 802.11x bands, etc. Nothing worked, the Nx7 would not connect.
THEN, I turned off all security on the AP. Wide Open access. The Nx7 finally saw the AP and logged in with no issues.
Two Brand new Nexus 7 (2013) tablets that could not connect to normal WPA-personal APs. Nothing unique, nothing special. My computers, tablets, phones, game consoles, G-TV, etc etc etc have no issues connecting ONLY the Nexus 7 (2013). Why is the customer having to worry about simple connectivity from a brand new product?
Asus has screwed me twice now, Google is a joke. Fun program they have going.
dan
The first Nx7 (2013) I got came straight from Google. It exhibited the strangest problem: It would not see the AP in my house, but I could see all the neighbor's APs. When my AP finally showed up it would vanish as soon as I typed in the password, showing up at the bottom of the wifi list as "not in range"
So, I activated a the wireless in the Router in my house (d-link)... the Nx7 would see it for a moment, then vanish. If I got the chance to log in with the passcode, it would fall down to "out of range"
I called Google, went through all their elementary troubleshoot garbage. Nothing. So I RMA'd the unit and got a refund. Google only took a MONTH to get my refund back to me (day before yesterday). Now, I go to Radio Shack and buy a new, never opened Nexus 7 (2013) and return home.
Same Freaking Issue. So launched my Transformer Prime (yes, I'm one of those idiots who bought one brand new) and looked through Wi-Fi Analyzer. I noted what channels my two AP were on and also my neighbors. I then changed Channels on the AP, changed 802.11x bands, etc. Nothing worked, the Nx7 would not connect.
THEN, I turned off all security on the AP. Wide Open access. The Nx7 finally saw the AP and logged in with no issues.
Two Brand new Nexus 7 (2013) tablets that could not connect to normal WPA-personal APs. Nothing unique, nothing special. My computers, tablets, phones, game consoles, G-TV, etc etc etc have no issues connecting ONLY the Nexus 7 (2013). Why is the customer having to worry about simple connectivity from a brand new product?
Asus has screwed me twice now, Google is a joke. Fun program they have going.
dan
Goto settings>date and time> check whether the date and time is correct.i hope this will work. Thank u
hai ben paterson,
goto settings>date and time>check whether the date and time is correct.hope it will help.
Thanku
goto settings>date and time>check whether the date and time is correct.hope it will help.
Thanku
hai ben paterson,
goto settings>date and time>check whether the date and time is correct.hope it will help.
Thanku
Hi Metamorphine I updated to 4.3 and my WiFi issues are all gone. Thanks for helping
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I didn't want to start a new thread, but I am also having connectivity issues. I got my Nexus 7 last night and cannot connect to wifi. I've tried most of the suggestions here - checking time and date, rebooting, etc. - and nothing works.
I tried the advanced wifi settings but after I enter all the information, I can't save or connect - the only option that isn't grayed out is cancel.
My wifi works perfectly fine with my laptop, iPad and iPod touch. Never had a problem before.
I have Verizon Fios and the router is their equipment, so there isn't much I can do with it.
Thought I would reach out to the collective wisdom here for ideas before packing the stupid thing up and shipping it back.
Thanks!
I tried the advanced wifi settings but after I enter all the information, I can't save or connect - the only option that isn't grayed out is cancel.
My wifi works perfectly fine with my laptop, iPad and iPod touch. Never had a problem before.
I have Verizon Fios and the router is their equipment, so there isn't much I can do with it.
Thought I would reach out to the collective wisdom here for ideas before packing the stupid thing up and shipping it back.
Thanks!
Hello everybody,
This a possible solutions for some of you:
1. Remove the battery cover of your nexus 7.
2. Notice that there are several "pins" in pairs that are meant to touch the inside part of the battery cover (NFC ANT V.20, GPS ANT V2.0 and WFI ANT V 3.0).
3. Carefully, unbend the pins up a little bit in a way that will exert pressure towards the back of the cover. NOTE: Do not exert too much pressure in the pins because you could end up breaking them.
The problem is that some people remove and place back the back cover over and over for x reasons, and the WIFI pins bend downward due to the pressure applied to secure the back cover.
Let me know if this helps.
This a possible solutions for some of you:
1. Remove the battery cover of your nexus 7.
2. Notice that there are several "pins" in pairs that are meant to touch the inside part of the battery cover (NFC ANT V.20, GPS ANT V2.0 and WFI ANT V 3.0).
3. Carefully, unbend the pins up a little bit in a way that will exert pressure towards the back of the cover. NOTE: Do not exert too much pressure in the pins because you could end up breaking them.
The problem is that some people remove and place back the back cover over and over for x reasons, and the WIFI pins bend downward due to the pressure applied to secure the back cover.
Let me know if this helps.
Solution does not require factory resets wiping data/downloads ect.
All you need is a rooted phone and about a minute of your time.
So go to root browser and find a folder ect in that folder you will find a file called hosts open it up and edit second line of the text.It should look like this (2nd line).
74.125.93.113 android.clients.google.com mtalk.google.com
after that save and reboot your tablet/phone.From what I know every time you restart your router it will go to grey again so just edit that file again if it happens.
All you need is a rooted phone and about a minute of your time.
So go to root browser and find a folder ect in that folder you will find a file called hosts open it up and edit second line of the text.It should look like this (2nd line).
74.125.93.113 android.clients.google.com mtalk.google.com
after that save and reboot your tablet/phone.From what I know every time you restart your router it will go to grey again so just edit that file again if it happens.
Re: Nexus 7 WiFi solution
After several tries, here's what finally worked for me.
I turned Wi-Fi off my tablet
Instructed the tablet to "forget" my Wi-Fi address
Turned Wi-Fi back on
Entered Wi-Fi password
I've tried combinations similar to this, may be even the same combo, but this time it worked.
FINALLY
Would I buy this tablet again? No.
After several tries, here's what finally worked for me.
I turned Wi-Fi off my tablet
Instructed the tablet to "forget" my Wi-Fi address
Turned Wi-Fi back on
Entered Wi-Fi password
I've tried combinations similar to this, may be even the same combo, but this time it worked.
FINALLY
Would I buy this tablet again? No.
Re: Nexus 7 WiFi solution
After several tries, here's what finally worked for me.
I turned Wi-Fi off my tablet
Instructed the tablet to "forget" my Wi-Fi address
Turned Wi-Fi back on
Entered Wi-Fi password
I've tried combinations similar to this, may be even the same combo, but this time it worked.
FINALLY
Would I buy this tablet again? No.
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After several tries, here's what finally worked for me.
I turned Wi-Fi off my tablet
Instructed the tablet to "forget" my Wi-Fi address
Turned Wi-Fi back on
Entered Wi-Fi password
I've tried combinations similar to this, may be even the same combo, but this time it worked.
FINALLY
Would I buy this tablet again? No.
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Re: Nexus 7 WiFi solution
My wifi icon is grey but I am able to connect to the internet without any problems (so far). I do a lot of streaming with Pandora. I am able to surf, check Gmail and FaceBook.
My wifi icon is grey but I am able to connect to the internet without any problems (so far). I do a lot of streaming with Pandora. I am able to surf, check Gmail and FaceBook.
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