Power LED on My Netgear Router Stays Amber. Help!

I got done Netgear N600 setup done at my home. It works fine. But now it is giving me trouble. The power LED stays amber and does not turn white. What has happened? Please help me! We have noticed this issue reported by many Netgear router users. This generally happens after a power outage. In this very article, we are going to discuss the causes along with the solutions to get this problem fixed in a matter of minutes. You simply need to give this post a good read and then give a shot at the hacks given here.

Netgear Router Amber Light: Causes & Fixes

1. Power Outages

We did already mention above that power outages is the main reason why you see amber light on the power LED of your Netgear router. Perhaps a sudden power disconnection happened and which is why the router is not turning on properly after that. If you see the power fluctuations are still occurring then get your Netgear router connected to a UPS to avoid further issues. The networking devices need a non-fluctuating and stable power supply in order to work effectively.

2. Faulty Cables

Power fluctuations can also be due to faulty cables. Have a good look at the power cable. Make sure it that it is not loosely plugged. Use the power cable that came along with the router in the package during purchase.

While checking the power cable, also check the power socket into which it is plugged. If it looks like damaged, then use an alternative wall outlet.

3. Technical Glitches

Sudden power outages and loose connections result in technical glitches. Perhaps your router is also troubled by technical hiccups which is why the power LED does not turn solid. To get this fixed, try the power cycle process once. Here are the steps for the same:

• Go near your Netgear router.

• Disconnect it from the modem.

• Turn its power button off.

• Remove the power cable from the wall outlet.

• Let the router sit this way for a while.

• Plug the router back.

• Toggle the power button.

The power LED should turn solid white now.

4. Miscellaneous

If the issue still exists then the issue is deeper than expected. You need to reset your router to the factory settings. This will erase the current configuration settings from the router by storing back the default settings. Use the instructions given ahead to complete the reset process:

• Ensure that your Netgear router is turned on.

• Look for a button labeled Reset on the router.

• Once you find it, gently push it.

Your Netgear router is now running on the default settings.

Now, the power LED should turn solid white as the cause due to which your router had amber light is also removed. The next step is to set up the router once again.

Since the router is now as good as a new device, you need to configure it from scratch. You can use any method that you find convenient. But ensure using the correct steps. For your convenience, we are telling you about the WPS method which is considered as the easiest way for Netgear router setup.

Netgear Router Setup via WPS Method

• The Netgear router needs to be placed in the same room where the modem is placed.

• Turn the router on and ensure that it receives a stable power supply.

• Also, turn the modem on.

• Locate the button named WPS on the router.

• Upon locating press it.

• Likewise, press the WPS button on the modem as well.

The Netgear router setup has been successfully accomplished via the WPS method. If you find this way a little difficult to perform then use the manual method which involves logging in using the login web address routerlogin.net. Or use the Nighthawk app to set up the router.

The Final Note

This way you can easily resolve the amber light on the power LED of the Netgear router. You can now have access to its network on various client devices without any trouble.