If you are're installing your TELUS Boost Wi-Fi but don't have any available LAN ports to plug your first Boost Wi-Fi into your modem, unplug one of the occupied LAN ports.
Note
: If you're an Optik TV customer, keep your set top box (STB) plugged into your modem to maintain your TV service.
LED status light indicators
You can use the following information to troubleshoot during or after installation, if required:
My Boost Wi-Fi is not working
If your Boost Wi-Fi doesn't appear to be working, try the following steps.
My network speed is slow
If you're experiencing speed issues with your TELUS Boost Wi-Fi, try these troubleshooting techniques:
Factory reset your Boost Wi-Fi
Note
: Factory resetting your Boost Wi-Fi will revert your network name and admin password to the defaults shown on the back of the unit.
To restore to factory settings, press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds using a pin or a paperclip.
When to factory reset?
In case your Boost Wi-Fi fails to connect and all other troubleshooting is unsuccessful, please try the following, as applicable to your situation:
Situation 1: At least 1 Boost Wi-Fi is disconnected (showing red LED)
:
Next, rename your network name.
Situation 2: All the Boost Wi-Fi units are connected (no red LEDs) - Non-red LEDs will reset together
Boost Wi-Fi not showing up on the TELUS Connect App
If your TELUS Boost Wi-Fi devices don’t show up on the TELUS Connect App, be sure you are logged in to the app properly, then reboot the modem. If the app does not seem to be working correctly, try redownloading the app.