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Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 x64 Netgear router WNDR3400v3 Router firmware version: V1.0.1.42_1.0.68 Router GUI version: V1.0.1.24_2.1.28.1 When I logged in to the GUI to update the firmware, I no...
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I logged onto the Netgear GUI and went to [Advanced > Setup Wizard]. I seletected the Yes radio button and then the Next button. When requested for a new password, I entered my existing (not default) password. When that process finished, the Interent status was Good. I finished by saving my settings.
Yes, my modem is old, 5 years old; but it still works fast enough for me. And my router is relatively new, only 1 year old. Until one of them dies, I do not see a need to replace either of them.
I shut down my PC, powered-off the router, and then powered-off my modem. I waited about a minute and then reversed that. I still get "Not Connected".
I then logged onto the router's GUI. At [Basic > Internet}, I selected the Test button. I got "Success". The log at [Advanced > Administration > Logs] says that I am connected.
While I am indeed connected and having no problems using the Internet, I am concerned that there appears to be a problem with my router.
what actual modem/gateway is the router connected to?
Modem: Motorola MB7220 V1.0
Modem firmware version: 7220-5.7.1.9
Have you tried a simple factory reset and reinstall on the router?
As an fyi, might be time to look into a router/modem upgrade. Both those devices are pretty old and base model devices.
Not sure who your isp is but you might see a pretty decent improvement in wifi speeds/coverage from that N600 device.
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I logged onto the Netgear GUI and went to [Advanced > Setup Wizard]. I seletected the Yes radio button and then the Next button. When requested for a new password, I entered my existing (not default) password. When that process finished, the Interent status was Good. I finished by saving my settings.
Yes, my modem is old, 5 years old; but it still works fast enough for me. And my router is relatively new, only 1 year old. Until one of them dies, I do not see a need to replace either of them.
Not saying you have to update.
Just saying that router was originally made in 2010. You might have bought it a year ago but its over a decade old and several generations behind on wireless standards/firmare updates/performance improvements.
A half decent used/refurbed gigabit AC router is going to make that thing look like its standing still. And be more secure because of firmware updates.