[SOLVED] "Parent AP Status: Disconnected" error after configuring Asus RT N12+ in repeater mode.

[mpalzz]

I have Excitel optic fiber connection at my home. Using Optilink router OP-XOT 71110AC (https://optilinknetwork.com/SUBSCRIBER-END-EQUIPMENT-OP-XONT-71110AC) as my main router and wanted to extend its wifi range using an Asus RT N12+.

I have tried configuring RT N12+ in repeatrer mode atleast 20 times. But every time I see error "Parent AP Status😀isconnected" on RT N12s home page.

I have tried assigning IP to RT N12+ automatically from parent router as well as manullally from reserved DHCP pool of parent router. But nothing has worked so far.

Asus RT N12 Current Firmware Version 3.0.0.4.380.3590

 

[bill001g]

Look in your router manual and see if it supports what is called WDS. This is what allows repeaters to function. Although most routers now support it, I don't think WDS was actually added to the office standard so some do not. It can also be disabled or restricted because WDS is considered a security exposure. You may have to make a configuration change in your router to allow it to work.