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R8000 Drops some wifi connections
For the past few months, my R8000 has been dropping wifi connections. I am running the latest firmware (V1.0.3.36_1.1.25) The devices that drop include laptops, iPhones, and a Samsung media playe...
- Yes, I resolved the problem by going to beat purchasing a Linksys WRT3200. Got sick of my girlfriend telling me to reset the router every day after work because phone/laptop/smart tv won't connect.
I did everything suggested and then some before even posting here. I work as a network engineer so I know when I've exhausted realistic troubleshooting options. I could toggle through every channel but as mentioned before, reviews on various storefront pages suggest that these problems are common with this line of router.
I am very disappointed. A $250 router should last more than a year and a half. Like I said before, disconnected devices (multiple types and manufacturers) would not be able to reconnect until the router was reset. That is a Netgear issue, not a user issue.
Hi mhanni,
Try the pressing the reset button at the back of the router for 30 secs or until the power turns amber.
Hi mhanni,
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