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Firmware updated EX8000 keeps dropping Internet
Hi all,
I have read about multiple issued relating to the R8000 but I seem to be experiencing a similar issue with your EX8000 mesh range extender.I regularly experience an issue (perhaps once ...
Unfortunately, after trying for a few days, upgrading, downgrading the firmware. Rebooting, factory resetting, every time I try to connect my Apple devices to the extender, the wifi network comes crashing down. It's unfortunate because the Nighthawk router I have works very well, but has a weak signal upstairs.
Ultimately, I ended up going with a Linksys AC3000 Max-Stream Tri-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender. So far it is working perfectly. Wish Netgear would fix the issue, they are losing customers. Not sure why they wouldn't fix such a huge issue with their range extenders.
I threw everything I could along for 6 months with Netgear level 1 support up until they deciding to refund in full after they had sent me a replacement unit.
I am happy to have rid of the unit has it was taking up most of my time trying to figure out what the issue could have been.
Thank James408 for the heads up on the Linksys AC3000 Max-Stream Tri-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender! I just purchased one from Amazon and will report back the status.