3. Reset the Wi-fi Configurations and Re-Connect with the Doorbell. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAfter you have entered the correct credentials of your Wifi connection and also brought the router closer to the doorbell, if your doorbell is still unable to connect to the Wifi, I recommend resetting the router<\/strong> and then, try to reconnect with the doorbell<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSteps to reset the Wifi router :<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nLet the router be plugged in and locate the reset button<\/strong>. It will either be at the backside <\/strong>or at the bottom <\/strong>of the router,<\/li>You’ll require a paper clip or a pin to press the button. <\/li> After you reach the reset button with the paper clip, press and hold it for 30 secs<\/strong>.<\/li>Thereafter, release the button.<\/strong><\/li>Wait for a while to let the router power back.<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\nThis is how your Wifi router can be reset. Now, your Ring doorbell should connect automatically since this is a saved connection. If it doesn’t, connect the doorbell manually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For reconnecting the doorbell to the Wifi connection, refer to Fix#1. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Select compatible Wi-fi channel for the Ring doorbell.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo be specific, there are 13 channels on which your router broadcasts Wifi networks,<\/strong> for easy user-interface and to avoid overlapping <\/em>of channels of different Wifi signals while they are being used by different devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMost of your Smart devices will connect easily to these channels, including the Smart Home accessories like the Ring doorbell with Homekit,<\/em> but ..<\/p>\n\n\n\n“ The Ring doorbells are incompatible with channels 12 and 13.<\/strong> “<\/p>\n\n\n\nThey connect easily to all other Wifi channels but these two channels are an exception. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Perhaps this is the reason why your Ring doorbell won’t connect to Wifi <\/strong>even when the credentials are correct and the signals are strong. <\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Check the Channel On Your Wifi Router : <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Connect to a Web Interface and go to the Wireless ISP page.<\/strong> <\/li>You’ll see a list of all the available networks<\/strong>, including yours, where you will know which channel your Wifi router is running on. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\nThis way, you can know about the channel on your router and if it’s any of the 12th or the 13th channel, you must change it to a different channel<\/strong>, to allow the Ring doorbell to connect with it. <\/p>\n\n\n\nRefer to your router’s User Manual to learn how to switch to a different Wifi channel<\/strong>. After logging into your Wifi system, like illustrated above, you can change the channel and then, tap on Save Settings<\/strong>, to save the Channel. <\/li>Also, read carefully about if your router switches channels automatically<\/strong>. This change of channels on the Wifi may be automated by the Service Provider to provide efficient connection but if your Ring doorbell stumbles upon any of the 12 or 13 channels, it will disconnect from the Wifi. <\/li>So, learn from the user manual about how to change channels on the router<\/strong> and also about how to stop the Wifi router from automatically switching between channels. <\/strong><\/li>You can also refer to the picture I attached for you to follow. The steps may vary slightly on different routers but they remain more-or-less the same. So, disable ‘Auto’<\/strong> in the ‘Control Channel’<\/strong> to disallow the outer to switch channels on its own and set a channel specifically for your router. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nWhat you just learnt, is a very important configuration on a Wifi router. If after disabling Channel 12 or 13 on your router also could not get the Ring doorbell to connect, the issue is outside the capacity of a wifi connection to be fixed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Check if the Wifi signals are strong on other devices after channels have been switched. If it’s only the Ring doorbell not connecting to the Wifi <\/strong>now, let’s approach the doorbell itself, to inspect its wiring and connection settings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n5. Inspect the Electrical Components of the Doorbell and Fix Them.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAfter resetting all the configurations of your Wifi network, if you are stuck with your Ring doorbell unable to join the network,<\/strong> it’s time to inspect the electrical wiring of your doorbell.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt is always advised to use excellent quality of wiring while installing a Ring doorbell. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Poor quality wires burn out easily when the doorbell is regularly or heavily used which in turn, can burn the doorbell transformer,<\/strong> too. if the transformer is burnt, it’s damaged and you’ll only have to replace it. <\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can check the mode of power supply on your Ring doorbell, using the Ring app.<\/li> Open Device Health<\/strong> and under Power Source<\/strong>, you’ll see written either ‘hardwired’ <\/strong>or ‘battery’<\/strong>.<\/li>Now, if your doorbell is battery powered<\/strong> and the Power Source on Device Health says ‘Battery’, so far so good ! <\/li>But, if your doorbell is hardwired<\/strong> and the Device Health’s Power Source still displays Battery, it means the doorbell is not receiving power through the wired connection and is dependent on the battery for the power supply. <\/li>In such a case, it becomes even more crucial to inspect the wired connection of your doorbell. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nSteps To Check the Wired Connection of Ring doorbell : <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use a screwdriver to unscrew the doorbell from the mounting bracket.<\/strong> <\/li>Check for any loose connection and if found, fix it.<\/strong><\/li>If any of the wires bear cuts or are corroded, you must change them to avoid the risk of short circuit in future. <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nIf you discover any defects in the doorbell wiring, call an electrician to change the faulty wires. The wired connection of the doorbell should be firm and connected to the correct terminals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now, mount the Ring doorbell again<\/strong> and see if it connects to your Wifi connection automatically. If the issue still persists, resetting the doorbell is the last option you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n6. Reset your Ring doorbell.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis method has always had my back when nothing at all works out in fixing issues over my Ring doorbell and it didn’t disappoint me this time either ! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A reset on the doorbell is the only but a very efficient method to get your Ring doorbell connected to the Wifi. After the reset, the doorbell returns to its original settings and sets out to connect like the first time it did. So, I am certainly hopeful, this will work for you too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Steps To Reset A Ring Doorbell :<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Loosen the screws on the doorbell using a screwdriver, and carefully remove the doorbell from the mounting bracket. <\/strong><\/li>There’ll be an orange button at the back of the doorbell. Now, press and hold the button for about 10 seconds.<\/strong> <\/li>On doing so, the light on the front will begin to flash several times but once the reset is complete, it will turn off, on its own. <\/strong><\/li>Once the flashing light goes off, mount the doorbell again and now, reconnect to the Wifi network<\/strong> ( Refer to Fix#1<\/em>).<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\nThe Ring doorbell should connect instantly to your Wifi network now. The doorbell has been refreshingly reset with its settings and will join a saved Wifi network automatically. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If unfortunately, this one also proved fruitless, either Contact Ring Support during business hours or replace your router with a new one with better signals and faster connectivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nQ1. Why is my Ring doorbell 2 not connecting to Wifi?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer – <\/strong>If you’re facing issues while connecting your Ring doorbell 2 to the Wifi, check the internet connectivity. The signal strength should be strong and fast. To boost signals, move the router closer to the doorbell. If you still face the issue on your doorbell, try resetting the doorbell by pressing the orange button at the back of the device. This should get your Ring doorbell 2 rid off connectivity glitches and it should connect to the Wifi now. <\/p>\n\n\n\nQ2. Why my Ring can’t find Wifi ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer – <\/strong>If your Ring device can’t find Wifi, it must not be able to see or access your Wifi connection. To resolve such an error, first of all, switch your Wifi router’s frequency to 2.4Ghz and move the router close to the Ring doorbell. If your router is set to only broadcast 5 GHz, the Ring doorbell won’t be able to find and access it. <\/p>\n\n\n\nQ3. Why is my Ring doorbell 3 not connecting to Wifi?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer – <\/strong>Like the Ring doorbell 2, the Ring doorbell 3 is also battery powered but can be hardwired as well. If you are facing troubles connecting your Ring doorbell 3 to the Wifi connection, check if it’s connected to the internet. After fixing the Wifi connection on the doorbell, check using the Ring app if the doorbell is receiving enough voltage. <\/p>\n\n\n\nQ4. Why is my Ring unable to join network ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer – <\/strong>If your Ring device is unable to join network, check if its battery is low. Charge the Ring doorbell, first and then, try connecting once to the Wi-fi network. <\/p>\n\n\n\nQ5. Do Ring doorbell wear out?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnswer – <\/strong>According to Ring, the battery on a Ring doorbell can sustain for 6 to 12 months at least, after which, you’ll have to remove the doorbell battery to charge it. However, during actual usage, the batteries work for less time than claimed, i.e. for 1 to 3 months on a full charge. <\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion : <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBefore you get into trouble like me, by not receiving any notification on your Ring app due to no Wifi-connection, you can learn about the connectivity status of your doorbell by closely observing the different patterns of blue light it may flash. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If there is blue light flashing continuously on the Ring doorbell, the doorbell is ‘trying’ to connect to the Wifi connection and<\/strong> the flashing light will turn to green from blue when the doorbell has successfully connected to the Wifi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSo, if you happen to notice flashing lights on your Ring doorbell, you’ll know beforehand about the connectivity glitches the doorbell is facing. The doorbell tries repeatedly to connect to a saved network before it gives up and disconnects completely. Fix the Wifi connection thereafter immediately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the Wifi connection is fast and strong on other devices, then as you learnt above, perhaps, a compatible Wifi channel is not set for your Ring doorbell. Check and ensure, it’s not the 12th or the 13th channel on your Wifi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alongwith, review the status of wiring of your Ring doorbell from time-to-time to avoid any risk of corrosion in the wires or a loose connection. This will help the doorbell in staying firmly connected and hence, it should work perfectly fine by connecting to your home network. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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