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donalcombright
Aug 31, 2018Guide
Netgear Orbi Performance Slow
I have recently purchased an Orbi system (RBK50). I am wondering what troubleshooting I can do to enhance my network speeds?
I have FiOS gigabit, and directly connecting my laptop to the ONT (a...
FURRYe38
Aug 31, 2018Guru - Experienced User
Did you enable QoS speed test on the Orbi router? If so, you need to factory reset the router and set up from scratch. This time, don't enable traffic meter, access controls or QoS speed test.
Also be sure to use wired LAN connected PC for speed testing with a browser.
WIrless speeds will not achieve 900Mb. Max limits on wireless speeds ranges from 400-600Mb depending upon wireless client design and support.
- donalcombrightAug 31, 2018Guide
FURRYe38, thanks for the reply. I am using a wired connection. I have also never enabled QoS either, and its disabled. With it set to FiOS DNS I am getting about 400/400. Direct connect to ONT the same laptop gets 950/900.