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After Firmware update V1.2.0.66 wifi speeds are slow
I just recently updated the firmware on my WNR3500Lv2 router to the current version: V1.2.0.66 and noticed that my wifi speeds are slow. For example, watching YouTube videos on my phone while con...
plemans wrote:Did you try factory resetting and reinstalling the router (not from backup)?
Its usually what's recommended if there's issues after updating firmware.
I did for a reset facotry on the router for about 30 seconds and still having issues. When I download an app on my phone over wifi the download speed is slow to the point it takes half an hour to download 100mb. The wifi is the issue and it has me stumped..
What gateway do you have?
What speeds do you get hardwired?
What speeds do you get over 2.4ghz?
plemans wrote:What gateway do you have?
What speeds do you get hardwired?
What speeds do you get over 2.4ghz?
Where in netgear genie do I go to see all those options?
the gateway is the device the router connects to for internet service.
Firmware will be in the top left corner or the advanced status page if you log in through the browser.
speeds over 2.4ghz you use a 2.4ghz laptop/pc/phone and speedtest it .
plemans wrote:the gateway is the device the router connects to for internet service.
Firmware will be in the top left corner or the advanced status page if you log in through the browser.
speeds over 2.4ghz you use a 2.4ghz laptop/pc/phone and speedtest it .
I don't understand about the gateway. Are you talking about an actual device or an IP address?
WNR3500LV2 current firmware I have is V1.2.0.66.
When sitting in my office where I have my modem and router, testing the signal strength is 100% signal, 144Mbps.