WiFi Obtaining IP address on Android tablet

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WiFi Obtaining IP address on Android tablet

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My set up includes 2 pc's plus android 7 smartphone/android 6 tablet. I cannot connect my smartphone or tablet to one of my routers.

I use a primary modem/router (1) connected to the incoming line to which all devices will connect. I have a secondary router (2) connected to a LAN port off my primary ... this router includes WEP security on the 'Guest' facility which I need for my ageing internet radio. I additionally have an extension router (3) wireless operated off (2) to extend the WiFi range into my garden for summer use! Everything works fine except I simply cannot connect the two android devices to secondary router (2) though either will connect with the extension router (3) which is set up with exactly the same password etc as the secondary. I have carefully checked and rechecked the router access password on my androids.

On my pc I am presently using router (2) which I generally prefer because its range is superior to that supplied by my ISP ... my supplier insists that I use their modem/router connected to the incoming line!

So, in summary, everything functions to any of the routers except androids to router (2). Checking various web suggestions have not helped, so far :scratch:
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That's odd.
Do all the routers use the same signal frequency and 802.11 variant? (e.g. 802.11ac at 5GHz)
Do all the routers offer the same SSID with the same security settings?
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Hei Stuart.
Yep very strange.
Router (2) and ext router (3) use same security codes/settings and SSID except (3) is named ....XD for identification. Main router has its own independent settings. But since everything functions except android to router (2) I have to conclude that its something to do with android and not my router settings. Though android is connecting to everything else including the extension router!

I will have a bit more of a search on the net but I am seriously tempted to disconnect the rubbish router (1) and just use my own gear! I might also just reset all equipment and re-establish the settings to see if this cures it.

Thanks for taking time out.
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Ron,

You didn't mention what protocols and frequency you use
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Apologies ... trying to make sense of it all!
PC set up is WPA2 - Personal on W10, AES encryption and operating on 2.4 Ghz 802.11 b/g/n
Android's are also WPA2 PSK and must also be on 2.4Ghz 802.11.
Can't seem to find much info on the androids ... seems that they simply 'work' or 'not'. Set up on these devices is usually so easy meaning all you do is enter the password!
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The modification of protocol and frequency is usually on the WiFi router, rather than on the clients.
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I will take a look at the router settings to make sure that I have not restricted access. Can't recall doing this but at my age...
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I just wonder if the problematic router could be the only one that doesn't offer 2.4GHz connections, or 802.11n or something like that.
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No worries Stuart. When I get time to open the router settings etc I will see if I can solve. Will post if resolve. All 3 routers are 2.4 only.
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Ah sweet mysteries of life at last I found you :fanfare:
Long ago (before past memories :grin: ) I set up my router (2) with MAC Address filtering. Adding the two Android devices solves my problem. So sorry Stuart for wasting your time.
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See your signature... :smile:
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So Hans, I got something right at last :smile:
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No apology needed. These things are sent to try us.
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