Hello, I have a Nighthawk router AC1900 that I've used for a few years, recently got Spectrum services and it doesn't seem to be compatible, just switched from ATT Fiber. I updated the Firmware to no avail, any suggestion on fixing it myself or do I need a new router? Looking for suggestions on a replacement as well, I have a: PS5,Computer, Security System, Apple TV, Smart TV, 2 Smartphones. Network Bandwidth - 400/20 Home Sq Footage - 1,600 Ft, router is on the far corner of the house, while some network devices are on the opposite corner. Thank you!

what actual router do you have? AC1900 is a speedWhat modem/gateway do you have from spectrum? who told you it doesn't work with spectrum?Details are key as I haven't found a router only device that won't work with spectrum.

Spectrum Wave 2 R6900 gigabit I believe When the technician hooked it up the internet showed to be red and wouldn't work, we rebooted the router and reset it to no avail. Then I updated the firmware which didn't work as well. The Wave 2 provided by Spectrum isn't very good either.

Spectrum has 3x wave 2 routers. Try putting the R6900 in access point mode and connecting it to the spectrum device.

Update on equipment AC1900 R7000RAG2V1K Spectrum Router So I set it up as an AP and the internet does work now, however I don't see the 5G option come up on WIFI anymore, and when I connect it seems to have to *configure* often when I connect to some devices: Laptop,phone etc. It's like the internet comes available on and off?When it does work though it works great across the house, better than the Spectrum Router. You're insight is greatly appreciated. Best regards, Nikkofury

I have an AC1900 Netgear Nighhawk Router that doesn't work with Spectrum, do I need to change router

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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Jul 19, 2021
what actual router do you have? AC1900 is a speed
What modem/gateway do you have from spectrum?

who told you it doesn't work with spectrum?
Details are key as I haven't found a router only device that won't work with spectrum.
- Nikkofury
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  Jul 19, 2021
  Spectrum Wave 2
  
  R6900 gigabit I believe
  
  When the technician hooked it up the internet showed to be red and wouldn't work, we rebooted the router and reset it to no avail. Then I updated the firmware which didn't work as well. The Wave 2 provided by Spectrum isn't very good either.
  - plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 19, 2021
    Spectrum has 3x wave 2 routers.
    Try putting the R6900 in access point mode and connecting it to the spectrum device.

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I have an AC1900 Netgear Nighhawk Router that doesn't work with Spectrum, do I need to change router