iRobot Wireless Connectivity Issue

Robot vacuum’s Wi‑Fi will not connect or frequently disconnects from the iRobot HOME app.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Weak Wi‑Fi signal at Home Base, Incompatible Wi‑Fi band (2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz), Router security settings, Internal Wi‑Fi module fault

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: No electrical disassembly is required; do not open the robot for Wi‑Fi issues.

Steps to resolve:

  • Improve signal: Move the Home Base closer to your router or to a more open area.
  • Check Wi‑Fi band: Ensure your network is broadcasting 2.4 GHz (most iRobot models do not support 5 GHz only networks).
  • Reset network settings: Use the robot’s button sequence to reset Wi‑Fi (refer to manual), then re-add the robot in the iRobot HOME app.
  • Update router firmware: Ensure your router is up to date and not blocking the robot’s MAC address.

When to replace parts: If the robot cannot see any networks or connect even next to the router, the internal Wi‑Fi module may be defective and require main board replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Wi‑Fi Module / Main Control Board
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