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CATAHA
Sep 08, 2025Tutor
CAX80 No internet via WIFi but no problem with RJ45
I have problem with both of my Netgear units. This morning i woke-up and my cellphone said no internet via wifi, I checked on computer with wire plug been connected directly to CAX80 and i have no ...
FURRYe38
Sep 09, 2025Guru - Experienced User
Turn OFF Protection Engine on the CAX80s web page and see if this helps:
NETGEAR Nighthawk - Protection Engine Feature FAQ | NETGEAR Communities
What channels are you using on the CAX80? Try 1 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and 40 or 48 on 5Ghz.
Is FW updated on the EAX80?
What is distances between the CAX80 and EAX80? 30 feet is starting distance or more.