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RAX40 Slow WiFi in AP mode
I've been using my RAX40 with Comcast/Xfinity cable internet. I have 300MB service. Router is connected to CM1000 modem. I consistently get around 350 MB/s from Speedtest on both 2.4 and 5 Ghz. Smart...
I noticed this problem as soon as I switched to AP mode. I tried multiple reboots which didn't help.
However, I am happy to report that since I made the configuration change to 20/40 coexistence I am now consistently getting well over 300 MB/s on 5Ghz. Given I had flakey inconsistent behavior earlier, I believe that my reloading the config was what fixed the problem and had nothing to with 20/40 which only affects 2.4 Ghz. Just to be sure, I turned the option back on and I still get the faster speeds.
I agree with Plemans about slower speeds from 2.4Ghz. I think my memory failed me about seeing faster speeds from it in the past. I'm now getting 50 to 65 MHz/s.
In AP mode, the RAX40 now consistently responds to the routerlogin addresses.
All my tests were done with speedtest.net with the devices about 5 feet away from the RAX40.
Thanks for the help!
Additional info: turning off 20/40 Coexistence caused the router to once again respond to routerlogin .net and .com. The router appears to be very flakey. I will do a full reset tomorrow.