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Nighthawk AX12 RAX120v2 firmware: v1.2.8.40 dropping connection
RAX120v2 (serial start with 6K0) constantly (at least once a day) drops the internet-connection. Wifi devices disconnect, hardwired devices loose internet connection. Both lights on top of the router...
Here is a link to the latest beta firmware you may want to try it and see if it fixes your issue. https://ntgr.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/#300000000xsV/a/8b000000lpfE/ewZuT7whqirNo5U_QG.WfrQU.h0pa5dqpbB3qz_Qi3o
Did you do the factory reset as well?
Yes
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
I think it's a Genexis bridge, but I had no problems with a different router.
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended.
I used the LAN cable that came with the Nighthawk.
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and 40 to 48 channel on 5Ghz.
Auto, and several different channels, and only 2,4 or only 5Ghs
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
No wifi near by.
What devices do you have connected to the router?
2 laptops, 2 smartphones, xbox, satellite receiver, windows mediacenter, TV, Pioneer receiver, 2 printers, Play-Fi speakers, BBQ.
Here is a link to the latest beta firmware you may want to try it and see if it fixes your issue. https://ntgr.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/#300000000xsV/a/8b000000lpfE/ewZuT7whqirNo5U_QG.WfrQU.h0pa5dqpbB3qz_Qi3o
Thx, I will try this tomorrow, and will let you know the result.
After 3 weeks still stable, so I think this did the trick 🙂
Glad you got it working. Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/24231/How-do-I-back-up-the-router-configuration-settings-on-my-Nighthawk-router
Enjoy. 📡
