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dianetrotter
Jan 27, 2021Aspirant
Excessive Buffering WNDR4500v3 router
I purchased this router because I thought it would eliminate a lot of buffering during live streaming. I'm using the 2 ghz. 1) Should I use 5 ghz or not 2) If not, what can I do? If it will not elim...
plemans
Jan 27, 2021Guru - Experienced User
The WNDR4500 is an older N900 device.
Just an fyi.
for streaming you should be on 5ghz if you're close enough.
5ghz is much faster than 2.4ghz but doesn't penetrate objects as well or broadcast as far.
dianetrotter
Feb 01, 2021Aspirant
Thank you I think the age is affectingmy ability to get technical support ... even in warranty period.
- wcalifasFeb 01, 2021Prodigy
Also make sure you have the latest firmware on it even though its an older N product.