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camping147's avatar
camping147
Guide
Sep 04, 2019

RAX40 Wifi Connection Issues with Multiple Devices from Various Manufacturers

I got a RAX40 last month and have had issues since i opened the box.  I am running the unit in Access Point (AP) mode.  List of issues: With 1.0.2.46 firmware I was not able to use a WPA2 password ...
medic2rsq's avatar
medic2rsq
Aspirant
Apr 15, 2020

Why no moderator answer to my question.  This has been THE WORST router from Netgear I have ever gotten.  Now the warranty period is expired.  You can google this connection problem and it's all over the internet so you guys know it's an issue, and yet no fix.  Unexcusable for a nearly 300 dollar router.  My devices KEEP dropping from the router!

medic2rsq's avatar
medic2rsq
Aspirant
Apr 15, 2020

You can read my ORIGINAL post up above from back in January!

  • dbodey's avatar
    dbodey
    Tutor
    May 13, 2020

    I'm having same issues. Tech supports answer is to flash the device as it's already on latest firmware (V1.0.3.64_1.0.1). I will try that I have my doubts.

    • patrickbedgood's avatar
      patrickbedgood
      Apprentice
      May 28, 2020

      I am also experiencing drops, all the time! I have AX disabled, QoS disabled, and I have ATT fiber internet. I do have a gig dumb switch between the ATT ONT connection and my netgear RAX40 router to prevent passthrough mode with ATT BGW210 gateway. I am starting to think the ATT gateway is more stable compared to this Netgear device. Its no surprise now as to why this router was discounted at 50% off, reg priced $199.99 and I purchased for $99.99. This has been a terrible product and a firmware needs to be created ASAP to resolve known issues. I just did some research online and the RAX50 router is listed as a top choice for 2020, seriously????