iRobot Roomba is a home cleaning robot widely accepted by users across the globe. Connecting your Roomba machine to the WiFi network is important if you wish to keep it functional. If you have also purchased one of these machines, and have ever faced issues with connecting to a wifi network, it’s time to put an end to them. This blog will walk you through the steps to troubleshoot issues like Roomba won’t connect to wifi and more. At the end of this blog, you will be able to troubleshoot similar issues which might arise in the future.
Troubleshooting Roomba Network Connectivity Issues
When you are getting a ‘Roomba won’t connect to wifi’ error, it is possible that wireless connectivity is disabled or the internet connection is not working at all. If you suspect any of these factors could be the key reason, you can follow some troubleshooting steps. Here are some checks you can follow:
- Check if the Wi-Fi connection at your place is working.
- Also, make sure that the router, MODEM, and other devices in the topology are up and running.
- Move the home base station closer to the wireless router device. Also, check if it is in range of the wifi network.
- If none of the above steps help you alleviate the issue, you can factory reset your Roomba device. Once you do that, you’ll need to reconfigure the robot. For assistance on the Roomba setup, you can follow this link.
Checking The Wi-Fi Network
The very first step in resolving wireless issues is checking if the wifi network is working fine or not. Here are some steps you can follow:
Take a wireless-enabled device like a laptop or smartphone and go to the location where the home base station is located. Now, try accessing the internet using the same network that you are trying to connect your Roomba to. If the internet does not work on the device, you’ll need to check and rectify the core reason behind the issue. Once the same has been corrected, you can get back to connecting the Roomba to the network.
Power Up Your Devices
Make sure that the Roomba device is placed correctly above the home base and the same is connected to the power outlet as well. Check if the status lights on the Roomba device are powered on and the device is functioning fine. If not, use the ‘Clean’ button to wake the same up. Once you are sure that both the base station and the Roomba device are working, try connecting to the internet again. Follow the steps as mentioned in the user guide.
Move The Home Base Closer To The Wireless Router
If the wireless router is located a distance away from Roomba, or there are obstacles in the way, there can be disconnection-related issues leading to the “Roomba won’t connect to wifi” error. The lesser the distance between the devices, the more capable the Roomba will be. However, also make sure that it is not too close. If it is so, you’ll again face issues with the coverage. Make sure you keep the router and the Roomba in the same room so they are within range. You can also get a range extender to cover dead areas around so you can keep the home station at any place.
Perform A Factory Reset
If none of the troubleshooting methods help you resolve the connectivity issue, you can perform a factory reset as the last resort. If you wish to RESET your Roomba device, you can follow some easy steps to perform a factory reset. Though the reset process can vary model-wise, the steps remain the same for most. The 900-series of the Roomba can be reset using the steps as mentioned:
- Press Dock, Spot Clean & Clean buttons at the same time till the LEDs on the front panel light up altogether.
- As soon as the Roomba produces a beep sound, release the buttons and wait for a light indication.
- Allow Roomba to reboot and follow the Roomba setup process again to set things up. You can try connecting your Roomba to the wifi network again using the iRobot smartphone app.
Conclusion
When you facing issues like Roomba won’t connect to wifi, it’s pertinent that you also check for issues with hardware. Though these issues are rare, you’ll need to contact the support team to rule out the chances. Get in touch with the Roomba support team at our end for help with troubleshooting issues related to your iRobot Roomba.