Kindle Not Connecting to WiFi? How to Make It Regain Access?

Like any other device, Kindle needs a fast internet connection in order to function with ease. Otherwise, downloading books or reading online will become very hard. Most users have reported that they are facing the exact same issue. Have you also become a victim of the Kindle not connecting to WiFi network problem?

Know that you need not stress about it. It will just work up your mind rather than helping you out. Read the troubleshooting solutions discussed in this blog post and learn about how you can make your Kindle regain access to the WiFi of your router.

Note: Regardless of the wireless router which you are using at home, the following fixes can be used. However, in this blog post, we have taken the Linksys router as an example.

Why is Kindle Not Connecting to WiFi Network?

Though the reasons that could have caused the issue at hand are not much, still, knowing about them will help you to fix it in a much faster manner as it would have otherwise.

• Airplane mode is on
• Password is incorrect
• Something is wrong with the router
• Kindle software is outdated
• Technical glitches

Now, you can walk through the troubleshooting solutions and learn how to fix the issue.

How to Fix Kindle Not Connecting to WiFi Issue?

1. Enter the Right Password

Let us start by asking the most obvious question, “Did you enter the correct password?” No? Well then, correct your mistake by entering the right password. It is recommended that if so far you have been trying to make the Kindle connect to the WiFi using the default Linksys router login password, change that right away. Instead, use the WiFi password. Till the time you kept the same password, the login and WiFi password are different.

2. Restart the Kindle Device

Another troubleshooting method that can be implemented to resolve the issue in debate is to restart the Kindle device. For the execution of the process, you need to press the power button on the device for about 40 seconds. You will know that the reboot process has started once the screen will go black and a dialogue box will appear asking you to confirm whether you want to restart your device or not. Confirm the decision.

3. Check the Airplane Mode

It is quite normal to unintentionally tap the Airplane mode and turn it ON thereby disabling the Kindle from connecting to the WiFi network in a hassle-free manner. Given this, you need to check whether the same mode is enabled on your device. In case it is, disable it without wasting any more time. Once done, check whether you are able to fix the issue or if there is a need to read more troubleshooting solutions mentioned in this blog post.

4. Give the Router a New Start

In case you have not done this yet, then now is the time to restart your Linksys wireless router. Locate the power button on the router and press it. Wait for a minute or two. For better results, you can even wait up to 5 minutes. Once you have given your networking device enough time to rest, press the same button on it to turn it on. Now, hold on and let the LED light labeled Power to become green in color.

5. Reset the Linksys Router

As the last resort to resolve the Kindle not connecting to wireless network issue, you should reset or in the technical terms, restore the Linksys wireless router to the factory default settings. This can be done either using the soft or hard reset method. It is your choice. Once the process ends, perform Linksys WiFirouter setup by accessing the myrouter.local web address and the default admin login credentials.

How to Make Kindle Regain Internet Access?

Now that you have followed the troubleshooting tips mentioned above, here are the steps you need to go through to connect your Kindle to the WiFi network:

• Swipe down to the open the Quick Actions menu.
• Select the Settings menu and click WiFi or Wireless.
• Detect the network name of your Linksys router.
• Enter the password or networking key and hit Connect.
• Wait for some time so that the Kindle can easily get connected to the network.

Wrapping Up

And it is a wrap! In the blink of an eye, you will be able to resolve the Kindle not connecting to WiFi network problem. On the off chance, you are still experiencing it, then do not hold yourself back from thinking that something might be wrong with your Kindle. Rather than figuring out what it is, reset your Kindle. Executing this process will remove everything that you downloaded on it or transferred to it.