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Taurus2313
Nov 29, 2022Guide
XR1000 Connection issues-Please help!
Okay I posted in another forum but it got no responses at all. I don't know what else I need to do. I have been having an issue with this router for week now. I keep getting "cannot obtain IP add...
- Nov 29, 2022
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?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended.
Most ISPs use DHCP for the WAN side so no FIXED IP configurations are not needed here from the ISP. Check with the ISP if you need to see if this is required by them.Your model Arris model will be telling as well.
Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router been performed since last update?
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
Turn off and unplug modem.
Turn off router and computers.
Plug in and turn on modem. Wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on the router and wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on computers and rest of network.Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update? A complete pull of the power adapters for a period of time after the factory reset then walk thru the setup wizard and setup from scratch. Recommend setting the default DHCP IP address pool range to the following after applying and a factory reset: 192.168.#.100 to 192.168.#.200.
FURRYe38
Dec 01, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Please change the DHCP IP address pool size as well as suggested...
Taurus2313
Dec 01, 2022Guide
From the above post..👆
"I did go into the settings and change the numbers to the ones that you suggested and so far it has not dropped off."
Thanks again..
- FURRYe38Dec 02, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/24231/How-do-I-back-up-the-router-configuration-settings-on-my-Nighthawk-router
Enjoy. 📡- Taurus2313Dec 02, 2022Guide
Now that is really good advice!! I am going to do that. So far so good and no drops in internet connections to my devices on Wi-fi.
Thanks so much to both you and Netduma-Fraser for all your help..
- FURRYe38Dec 02, 2022Guru - Experienced User
😉
Have a great weekend.