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RBK852 in Router Mode Internet Slows to 100MB up/down
Hi team
I have had the 852 for a while now always had it behind another router and in AP mode but I wanted to use the VPN function of the Orbi. So I changed to the Orbi set it up in Router Mode. Got all the MTU settings from my ISP. It works fine for a while at full speed (850-950mb down and 500mb up). But every so often it just drops to 100mb both ways.
I did have this issue before, but decided to go back to the AP mode and use my router.
But now I need the VPN for longer option I wanted to move back to it.
I updated the Firmware to the latest V4.6.14.3 Then I factory reset my Orbi Router and then set up fresh without copying settings and twice in 1 hour it has dropped from full speed back down to the 100mb both ways.
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Is this speed test with VPN active?
What do you see with VPN disabled?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. CAT6A STP is recommended.
