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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 reb...
FURRYe38
Oct 20, 2021Guru - 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?
DougDePew
Oct 20, 2021Aspirant
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.
- FURRYe38Oct 20, 2021Guru - 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.