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DougDePew
Oct 20, 2021Aspirant
MK83 Lowers internet speed
So I have this lovely MK83 mesh setup, which seemed happy for a while. However, lately I have noticed that the speed (internet side) drops back to around 100MB, where the service is 400MB. If I reboot the router, the 400 is back for some period of time.
It's not internet-side, using an older router never experiences this.
Firmware is current, cabling is good, occurs wired or wireless.
Since it's past the 90 support window, I'm here. And getting close to taking $300 to the trash, which is always a lovely thing to do after having it since May.
11 Replies
- FURRYe38Guru - Experienced User
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?Are you speed testing with a wired PC or wireless device?
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and 📡 satellite(s)? 30 feet or more is recommended in between MR and MS📡 to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
- DougDePewAspirant
As I noted, it is wired or wireless. Not an issue with that.
MR80, F/W 1.1.6.6_3.1.93
Spectrum E31T2V2
Satellites are eliminated from the equation. Wireless test is from within 10' of router.
No other wireless channel overlaps, but with the issue also on wired, not a concern again.
- FURRYe38Guru - Experienced User
Is Armor enabled by chance?
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last update?
DougDePew wrote:
As I noted, it is wired or wireless. Not an issue with that.
MR80, F/W 1.1.6.6_3.1.93
Spectrum E31T2V2
Satellites are eliminated from the equation. Wireless test is from within 10' of router.
No other wireless channel overlaps, but with the issue also on wired, not a concern again.