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entwyf
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Dec 20, 2024
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Netgear Router

First time here.  Looking forward to learning from others.   Recently purchased this Netgear router on Amazon: NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6 Router (R6700AX) AX1800, 1.8Gbps Wireless Speed, Dual-Band Gi...
  • Kitsap's avatar
    Dec 20, 2024

    Invest a few $$ in some color coded Ethernet cables.  Make sure they are rated for Cat 6 or better.

     

    The back of your new router has a Wide Area Network (WAN) port that is color coded yellow.  The Ethernet cable connected to that port leads back to the output of your modem.  Use a yellow cable for that connection and no other connection.