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Nighthawk XR500 slow wifi speeds
My setup: Comcast GB internet> CM1000 > XR500>EX8000 So here’s my issue, when connected directly to Ethernet I’m pulling about 480Mbs down and 40 up. When connected to WiFi with QOS off I’m pulling...
The fact you're at 100mbps suggests you're using a CAT5 cable somewhere in your setup e.g. between the router and the modem. Do you have a CAT5e or CAT6 cable you can use instead?
Did you ever get this working.
Im having the same issues .
I have fiber 200/200 Mb when plugged direct i get full speeds while connected to wifi i get max 25mb Up and down on the 2G and even slower 15Mb on the 5G .
I have disabled QoS no geo filter tried reset new firmware
Nothing seems to fix this.
What FW is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?What devices are you testing with?
Are wired speeds good with a PC?
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?
What WPA security modes are you using?Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO.
Websurfer33 wrote:
Did you ever get this working.
Im having the same issues .
I have fiber 200/200 Mb when plugged direct i get full speeds while connected to wifi i get max 25mb Up and down on the 2G and even slower 15Mb on the 5G .
I have disabled QoS no geo filter tried reset new firmware
Nothing seems to fix this.
- The only solution that fixed it for me was unfortunately an exchange for another unit. Now I’m averaging much higher and consistent speeds.
- web, do you get your full speeds via ethernet to the XR500?
