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Chefdaddy
Aspirant
Feb 04, 2023
Solved

Nighthawk X6 R8000 2.4ghz won't broadcast

Firmware: V1.0.4.84_10.1.84 OS: Linux Mint   While I was out of town, my printer disconnected from the wifi. The printer is fine, it picks up other SSIDs, but my router is no longer broadcasting t...
  • Chefdaddy's avatar
    Chefdaddy
    Feb 05, 2023

    I gave up and bought a new router. Thanks for helping though, much appreciated

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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Feb 04, 2023

Possible the radio maybe going bad...

Chefdaddy's avatar
Chefdaddy
Aspirant
Feb 05, 2023

I gave up and bought a new router. Thanks for helping though, much appreciated

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Feb 05, 2023

    Cooling: Its recommended to install a USB laptop cooler under the router for 24/4 cooling. Helps keep the router cool and helps avoid heat damage to the electronics.

     

    Enjoy.