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xbayx650's avatar
xbayx650
Aspirant
Feb 26, 2019

Packet Loss on XR700 since latest update

I have the XR700 and since the 1.0.1.8 update, I have been getting consistent packet loss while playing fortnite. 

 

This is what I have tried

 

- packet loss occurs both on WiFi and Ethernet

- tested on two consoles xbox one x and xbox one. Both have the same packet loss symptoms 

- I have Reset my router to factory Settings twice, and this did not resolve the issue 

- I have set up my xbox one x with QoS and Priority Traffic and it still happens

 

I have contacted my ISP and Epic Games no issues show up on their end

 

Yesterday I connected my old Router (Asus router), This resolved the issue. I do not get any packet loss or lag while playing anymore

 

I spent so much money on this "gaming router". What are my next steps? 

6 Replies

  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User

    What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?

     

    Are you testing with ALL other devcies disconnected from the router? 

    Was a factory reset and setup from scratch performed after 1.8 was applied? 

     

    Try reverting back to v20 as others mentioned this seems to be the most stable. 

    • Netduma-Fraser's avatar
      Netduma-Fraser
      NetDuma Partner
      Is it ONLY on the game or do you experience issues with other games or devices using the internet etc?

      Disable Traffic Prioritization, do you see the same issue?
      • xbayx650's avatar
        xbayx650
        Aspirant
        i have a Nintendo switch as well, there is some lag but I suspect it’s Nintendo online system.

        I have tried disabling traffic prioritization and issue still occurs.

        But the fact it doesn’t have issue with my old router.
    • xbayx650's avatar
      xbayx650
      Aspirant
      Internet provider: Cable 1000mbs down / 30 upload
      Router: NETGEAR Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR700
      Modem: NETGEAR Gigabit Cable Modem (32x8) DOCSIS 3.1 CM1000-1AZNAS
  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User

    Was a factory reset performed then setup from scratch when v40 was applied? 

     

    Try reverting back to v20 as others mentioned this seems to be the most stable. 

    • Netduma-Fraser's avatar
      Netduma-Fraser
      NetDuma Partner
      Disable QoS completely under Anti-Bufferbloat's options, does that resolve it?