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Nighthawk X8 AC5300 Model R8500 cutting wired and wirless speeds in half
Hello all, I'm having a similar problem that many seem to have, though I can't find a solution that matches my specs/issues. I'm using a R8500 Nighthawk X8 Tri-Band AC5300 WiFi Router. I started get...
Many times old settings can cause issues when internet speeds are upgraded.
Usually an easy fix is to factory reset it and reinstall it. push and hold reset while its powered up for 7-10 seconds or until the lights change.
Then re-install it. Many times this fixes issues when ISP's upgrade speeds.
Avoid turning on qos, parental controls, traffic monitoring, armor, disney circle when you do the setup.
Many times old settings can cause issues when internet speeds are upgraded.
Usually an easy fix is to factory reset it and reinstall it. push and hold reset while its powered up for 7-10 seconds or until the lights change.
Then re-install it. Many times this fixes issues when ISP's upgrade speeds.
Avoid turning on qos, parental controls, traffic monitoring, armor, disney circle when you do the setup.