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WAX206 issues with Android 13 incompatibility?
I bought a WAX206 to upgrade my wireless network from an old EX8000 Extender that keeps shutting down randomly. My network is basically, Surfboard modem -> Firewalla Purple -> Netgear GS308E swi...
Ended up returning the WAX206 and bought a Ubiquiti U6 AP, set up in about 10 minutes and zero issues. Would not recommend the WAX206 as an AP for anyone unless whatever issues it has get worked out. This device has problems.
Curiosity question: Is the WAX206 WAN port (yellow) used to connect to the upstream switch/router?
Yup, Wan port to switch.
There were no issues with speed or internet access on any other devices. Normal internet on the phones works fine. Just apps seem to have a miryad of issues on Adnroid 13 specifically.
danteoz wrote:
Normal internet on the phones works fine. Just apps seem to have a miryad of issues on Adnroid 13 specifically.
Can't think of a major difference between an app or yet another app like a web browser, regardless of the Android version.
I agree, to my knowledge and 15+ years working in IT and home networks says there is no reason for this issue. At this point, with no other changes. I've put the EX8000 back into service, everything works. I set up the WAX206 with a separate SSID plugged into the same switch, different port, and if I switch to that SSID on my phones, I am unable to use some apps or perform updates.
It's something specific to this AP that is somehow blocking google or social media services or something. I just can't see how.
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