Wifi problems - Android 11

WiFi Problems - Android 11

If you experience WiFi disconnections on some dual-band routers, please note that these issues are commonly encountered on Android 11. Fortunately, the controller works well with most router brands. If you encounter issues with your router in its stock configuration, try the following solutions in order:

1. Disable DHCPv6 on your router.
2. Separate the 2.4 GHz WiFi network and connect to the 2.4 GHz network (avoid connecting to the 5 GHz network).
3. Disable IPv6 protocols.
4. In the Advanced WiFi Network Settingson the CI Pad:
   • Click the cogwheel next to your WiFi network.
   • Navigate to Advanced > Privacy.
   • Change from "Use randomized MAC" to "Use device MAC".
5. Change your router channel. Your router may default to unreliable top channels. For 2.4 GHz, try channels 1, 6, or 11. For 5 GHz, try channels 36, 40, 44, or 48.
6. Disable MAC filtering.
7. Contact your router manufacturer support for assistance.

WiFi issues on dual-band and IPv6 routers are common with Android 11. For additional insights, you can search online for "Android 11 DHCPv6 issues," "Android 11 5 GHz issues," or "Android 11 WiFi disconnects frequently." These issues are not exclusive to smaller brands like Carpe; they affect many devices using the same Android core. It's worth noting that Android does not natively support DHCPv6 protocols, which can contribute to these problems.

Possible User-Reported Fixes:

Some users have reported that connection losses were caused by a combination of Android 11, security settings, and IPv6 configurations. To mitigate these issues, consider the following adjustments:

• Turn off the DHCP IPv6 server in your environment.
• Turn off DNSv6 advertisement in your network.
• Switch back to WPA2 as the WiFi security standard.
• Disable PMF (Protected Management Frames).

Implementing these changes may help stabilize your connection and eliminate interruptions.