my linksys velop mx5300 light is solid red, what does that mean?

— asked by Jamal

A solid red light means the node has no internet connection from your modem.

Fix this first:

  1. Check the Ethernet cable connecting your primary Velop node to your modem. Ensure it's plugged into the yellow Internet port on the Velop and a LAN port on your modem.
  2. Power cycle your modem by unplugging it for 30 seconds, then plugging it back in. Wait for it to fully boot.
  3. Power cycle your Velop node by turning the power switch off, waiting 10 seconds, then turning it back on.

If that didn't work:

  • Try a different Ethernet cable, preferably CAT5e or higher.
  • If you're setting up a child node with a solid red light, it means it's too far from the parent node or the parent node has lost its connection to the modem. Move the child node closer.

Heads up: The node must operate within 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Extreme temperatures can affect connectivity.

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