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Netgear Nighthawk RAX120v2
A couple months back i made the transition from Wi-Fi 5 to Wi-Fi 6 through the Netgear Nighthawk RAX120v2, but im having a couple issues.
Whenever im trying to download a game, lets say from Steam/Origin/Epic, my router will restart about every 2/3 GB's or so. When im not downloading the restarts dont happen as often, but the router will reset itself 2/3 times a day.
Is there a setting for this so it won't reset/restart every couple of GB's? It feels like it will restart due to bandwidth use.
Router also resets while: Any streaming service on TV (Netflix, HBO, Disney+, Primevideo, even a 'Amazon Firestick' will make the router reset itself.)
Please help 😄
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maxwell635 wrote:A couple months back i made the transition from Wi-Fi 5 to Wi-Fi 6 through the Netgear Nighthawk RAX120v2, but im having a couple issues.
Whenever im trying to download a game, lets say from Steam/Origin/Epic, my router will restart about every 2/3 GB's or so. When im not downloading the restarts dont happen as often, but the router will reset itself 2/3 times a day.
Is there a setting for this so it won't reset/restart every couple of GB's? It feels like it will restart due to bandwidth use.
Router also resets while: Any streaming service on TV (Netflix, HBO, Disney+, Primevideo, even a 'Amazon Firestick' will make the router reset itself.)
Please help 😄
You are in the community for Wi-Fi 5 AC routers. You should be in the community for RAX routers. Try here:
What firmware version do you have installed on your RAX120v2? The latest is not an answer. Need the number for confirmation.
There is some updated/beta firmware available in the RAX community. Look at the sticky messages at the top.
A moderator may move your message.
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.Is Armor enabled on the router by chance?
What is the first 3 characters of the routers serial numbers.
maxwell635 wrote:
A couple months back i made the transition from Wi-Fi 5 to Wi-Fi 6 through the Netgear Nighthawk RAX120v2, but im having a couple issues.
Whenever im trying to download a game, lets say from Steam/Origin/Epic, my router will restart about every 2/3 GB's or so. When im not downloading the restarts dont happen as often, but the router will reset itself 2/3 times a day.
Is there a setting for this so it won't reset/restart every couple of GB's? It feels like it will restart due to bandwidth use.
Router also resets while: Any streaming service on TV (Netflix, HBO, Disney+, Primevideo, even a 'Amazon Firestick' will make the router reset itself.)
Please help 😄
