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R8000P Nighthawk Router is causing delay internet, but works great when connected direct to modem
I have my PC connect to my Nighthawk router with a LAN cable and my router is connected to my cable modem. When I access any website there is about a second or so delay before it goes to the website...
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
Power OFF the ISP Modem for 1 minute then back ON. Then walk thru the set wizard using a wired PC and web browser at 192.168.1.1
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Firmware is V1.4.3.88_1.3.50
Cable modem is Netgear CM500
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended.
Is Armor, Circle, or Traffic Meter enabled or has those ever been enabled?
Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router been performed since last update?
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
Turn off and unplug modem.
Turn off router and computers.
Plug in and turn on modem. Wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on the router and wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on computers and rest of network.Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
Installed new Cat 6 cable between the router and modem
powered off everything as said
turned back on
still has same dilemma
Who is your ISP?
Do they support IPv6? If yes, be sure and enable it in advance settings on your router.
You might have to check out some alternate Domain Name Servers from those provided by your ISP.
