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Opener has no visible Wi-Fi status light

Wi-Fi LED unlit; app offline or setup fails

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Wi-Fi LED unlit; app offline or setup fails

Applies to

App: myQ iOS/Android; menu labels vary by release
Hardware: Garage door opener with built-in myQ Wi-Fi, not a separate hub

Before you start

Authorized account/device owner; safe physical access.
Record the model and displayed LED or error before changing anything.

Why this can happen

Power absent
Wrong indicator inspected
Opener fault

Work through these checks

Check 1
Locate the Wi-Fi indicator for your model and confirm the power plug is seated.
What you should see
Correct LED and power connection identified.
Your next branch
Do not infer an electrical failure from the wrong light.
Check 2
Safely test the outlet with a known-working device.
What you should see
Outlet powers the test device.
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If the outlet is dead, have its supply checked; do not open wiring.
Check 3
After power is restored, read the Wi-Fi LED again.
What you should see
A lit LED identifies the next connection stage.
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If outlet power is good but the opener stays unpowered, service is needed.

When to stop

Stop for damaged wiring, burning smells or repeated trips. Use an electrician for supply faults or qualified opener service for unit faults.

See how these checks fit together

Start with the symptom

What is failing?

Identify the affected app and device.

App or account

Check sign-in, phone connection and the exact message.

Device or entrance

Check device status, ownership and safe local operation.

Match the guide to your equipment

Do not reset unrelated hardware.