MaxTester - Unstable connection to WIFI network


Applies to

MAX-700B/C/D series, MAX-FIP, MAX-900 series, MAX-5205

Problem

The troubleshooting steps below may be helpful if;

  • you are unable to connect to a WIFI network or,
  • you are having difficulties to maintain a stable connection.

Troubleshooting steps

Possible Cause 1: You have an earlier software installed, prior to SI 2.27.

Proposed Solution

  • Improvements were made in SI 2.27 and later.
  • We recommend to install the latest SI software
  • You will find the instructions in this knowledge article.

 

Possible Cause 2: You are trying to connect to a 5 GHz WIFI channel.

Proposed Solution

  • The WIFI port in this product does not support 5 GHz channels.
  • Please connect to a 2.4 GHz channel.
  • You may consult this KB article for more information.

 

Possible Cause 3: There are too many WIFI channels in your environment.

   Proposed Solution

  • Sometimes the MaxTester has trouble maintaining WIFI connection where there are a high number of active WIFI channels.
  • If possible move to an environment where there are fewer WIFI channels.
  • If possible use the wired ethernet port.
  • If possible work off-line and then connect to WiFI in a more suitable environment.

 

Possible Cause 4: Incorrect WIFI encryption configuration

   Proposed Solution

  • Click the Advanced button in the WIFI Configuration utility

  • Select the correct profile for your network

 

Possible Cause 5: You may have an older unit with a single WIFI antenna.

   Proposed Solution

  • The original units had a single internal WIFI antenna. These units are identified by a blue WIFI sticker and will require a strong WIFI signal strength for a stable connection.

       

  • Later units have duel internal antennas and are identified by a green WIFI sticker.