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cats2000
Aspirant
Oct 22, 2021

r6700v3 won't broadcast 5ghz

I don't know TOO MUCH about this stuff so I'll try to include all the info I can on the router and what not.   I have tried to reset,reboot,erase,go back to older FW, and also reset my modem and di...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Oct 22, 2021

After you reset the router, did you set up the router for separate wifi SSID names and give a unique 5Ghz SSID name to be seen on a mobile device? 

 

 

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cats2000
Aspirant
Oct 22, 2021

I left it with it's "-5g" name, but i'll set up and change the names now to see what happens. 

 

Also as FYI the modem I'm using is the NETGEAR cm600

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Oct 22, 2021

    K,

     

    You might also disable the 2.4Ghz radio as well on the Router and see if this does anything. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings

     

    Check with multiple devices to see if anyone of them sees the 5Ghz SSID name.