"Generator has no Wi-Fi signal" message in Mobile Link

This message appears when your Mobile Link device cannot connect to your home Wi-Fi router. It may be caused by weak signal strength, a meshed network, router changes, or network outages. Mobile Link devices work on 2.4 GHz only, so a dedicated 2.4 GHz network or compatible extender may be needed. Troubleshooting steps include reconnecting the generator via the Mobile Link app, using a web browser, or redoing the initial setup. Customers searching for “generator won’t connect to Wi-Fi,” “weak Wi-Fi signal generator,” or “Mobile Link lost Wi-Fi” or "Generator has no Wi-Fi signal" will learn how to restore stable connectivity and reliable generator monitoring.

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"Generator has no Wi-Fi signal" message in Mobile Link

This "Generator has no Wi-Fi signal" message appears when the Mobile Link device on the generator cannot establish a wireless network connection with the home router.

Environment

This message is displayed in the Mobile Link app for end users that have a Mobile Link device on a home standby generator and are using the Wi-Fi connectivity option.

Troubleshooting

Tip: Consider when the issue started. If it was working previously, did anything change with your network, the generator, or home?

Low signal seen coming from the ,home network.
- Recommended minimum signal strength is 30%. See the bottom of this article to check the signal strength from the controller: How Do I Check the Signal My Mobile Link Device Is Seeing?
- See also: What should I do if I have a weak Wi-Fi signal strength?
Verify the home network is compatible with Mobile Link.
The home network is not stable: constant or drastic fluctuations can cause devices to disconnect. You can try to monitor your speeds on 2.4 GHz, the if you see fluctuation, you can do consistent speed tests and try to work with your internet provider to resolve.
The home network configuration was recently changed.
- If you changed your network equipment, Internet Service Provider, or home Wi-Fi passwordthat then you may need to re-establish the Wi-Fi connection: How Do I Reconnect My Generator to a Wi-Fi Network if It Has Become Disconnected?
The home network is down during an outage
- If you are in an outage, it is possible your Internet Service Provider is also experiencing an outage. This would prohibit the Mobile Link device from communicating.
- Similarly, if you are in an outage your network equipment went offline, it may take some time for the home network equipment to power on and re-establish communication.

Common resolution articles

In most cases, going through the connection or reconnection steps will resolve most Wi-Fi connectivity issues:

Reconnect using the Mobile Link app: How Do I Reconnect My Generator to a Wi-Fi Network if It Has Become Disconnected?
Some users find that this alternative connection method works if the standard in-app process does not fix the problem: Connect a generator to a home Wi-Fi network using a web browser (legacy method)
This article covers redoing the entire connection process from scratch, and is commonly used for first-time setup: Connecting the Wi-Fi/Ethernet Mobile Link device to your home network

Consider using cellular

Upgrading to the Connectivity Cellular Accessory is recommended for users who wish to add connectivity to their generator or users experiencing ongoing connectivity issues. It is compatible with more generators and uses multiple carrier networks to offer greater coverage. Basic (free) and Premium cellular plans are available for users of this device. See here to upgrade: Connectivity Cellular Accessory.