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Naragun
Nov 07, 2019Aspirant
C3700 drops internet frequently
I've been having constant issues with my router/modem since moving into our new apartment. The connection (LAN and WiFi) randomly drops throughout the day. This is sometimes every few hours and somet...
FURRYe38
Nov 07, 2019Guru - Experienced User
Have the ISP check the signal on the line and quality up to the modem.
Be sure there are no coax cable line splitters in between the ISP service box and the modem.
Naragun
Nov 08, 2019Aspirant
The ISP said everything was good on their end. And there are no splitters at all unless they're built into the wall or something.
- FURRYe38Nov 08, 2019Guru - Experienced User
Try a factory reset on the modem and setup from scratch.
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?- NaragunNov 09, 2019Aspirant
I've tried resetting it as well as switching to each available channel and using unpopular ones.
- FURRYe38Nov 11, 2019Guru - Experienced User
If this continues, you may need to try a different modem combo unit to see if this still happens. Possible your modem unit is becoming faulty. Contact NG support to see if there are any other options.