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TheBigGameHuntr's avatar
May 13, 2020
Solved

Why Am I Not Getting the Speed

My admin app shows I am getting the more than 400mbs I am paying for but my computer speed tests are showing 1/4 on one computer and 1/8 on another.

 

What can I do to get my speed up?

7 Replies

  • What Firmware version is currently loaded?
    What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?

     

    Is your PCs wired or wireless? 

     

     

    • TheBigGameHuntr's avatar
      TheBigGameHuntr
      Aspirant

      I am running current firmware 2.3.5.32

      HITRON E31N2V1

      Windows 10

      Cable is set up for 400 speed (I'm getting half that)

      My computer is set up for wireless

      Orbi admin tells me I should get more than 400. I'm getting low 200's

      • FURRYe38's avatar
        FURRYe38
        Guru

        What are your wired results with the PC? 

        What is the mfr and model# of the wireless adapter in this PC? 

        https://kb.netgear.com/19668/Link-Rate-and-Transfer-Speed

         

        What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router

         

        What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.
        Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?

         

        Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or maynot be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings

        Try disabling the following and see:
        Armor, Circle, Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Set Short preamble instead of Long preamble modes. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).