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Monday, February 9th, 2026 7:54 PM

Laptop not connecting to nearby pod

My laptop won't pick up my pod only the gateway. I need help with this issue?

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19 days ago

@user_y9as11 Thank you for making us aware your laptop isn't picking up the pod. I would be more than happy to help figure out a solution to this problem you're experiencing. Have you tried to power cycle the pod and your gateway by unplugging them for 30 seconds? 

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@XfinityRaul​ Yes, tried several time.

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the Pod is free and clear and in the same room as the laptop.

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@user_y9as11 is your laptop able to connect to your gateway but not the Pod? Is there any other devices having issues connecting to the Pod?

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Yes, it is connect to the gateway but the signal is low due to the placement. I purchased a Pod so I could use my laptop in my office.

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user_y9as11, Thanks for letting us know. I can certainly undersand purchasing that Pod so you could use the laptop in your office. If your laptop won't pick up the WiFi Extender (pod) but can detect the gateway, try the following steps and let us know if this helps:
  1. Ensure the Extender is plugged into a power outlet that is not controlled by a light switch.
  2. Place the Extender halfway between your Gateway and the area without coverage.
  3. Make sure the Extender is visible and not blocked by furniture.
  4. If issues persist, reset your Gateway and attempt to activate the Extender again.

 

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12 days ago

@user_y9as11 @XfinityGabriel 

Please circle back here and post any possible solutions for the issue here in these open public forums so that all readers here may benefit from the exchange / info. This is in keeping with the spirit for which these public help forums were originally intended. Thank you.

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