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jfree427
Mar 28, 2025Aspirant
RAX80 getting 30% of my ISP speeds
I've been battling speed issues with my RAX80. I have a brand new Hitron cable modem 3.1 getting expected speeds (1000/300) when tested with my laptop. However, I only get 30% of my speeds when wired...
FURRYe38
Mar 28, 2025Guru - Experienced User
Does this happen with other ethernet connected PCs for comparison?
What is the brand and model# of the ethernet adapter installed in this one PC?
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.
Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, IPv6, Smart Parental Controls or Circle, Protection Engine, Traffic Meter.
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
jfree427
Mar 28, 2025Aspirant
Does this happen with other ethernet connected PCs for comparison? YES
What is the brand and model# of the ethernet adapter installed in this one PC? MacBook Air M1. Internal network card
What Firmware version is currently loaded? V1.0.10.140_1.0.79
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too? Hitron Coda56
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended. Using Cat6
Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, IPv6, Smart Parental Controls or Circle, Protection Engine, Traffic Meter. ALL Are disabled
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update? I haven't tried that yet.