Episode 176: Wireless Configuration Problems — SSID, Encryption, and Client Issues

Even if the signal is strong, configuration mistakes can block connectivity. This episode addresses common wireless configuration errors such as mismatched SSIDs, incorrect security settings, or outdated drivers on client devices. You’ll learn how WPA2 vs. WPA3 affects compatibility, how authentication failures are logged, and what to check when clients can see a network but not connect.

We also cover misconfigured VLANs on trunk ports, DHCP assignment failures, and radius authentication errors. Wireless configuration demands both Layer 1 visibility and Layer 2–3 awareness. This episode equips you to solve the most common “it won’t connect” scenarios with confidence.