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Router is halving download speed
I am currently having an issue with my download speeds. My modem is a nighthawk docsis 3.1 and my router is a nighthawk AC2300. My ISP is providing greater than 400mbps and if I plug my Xbox directly ...
Which modem do you have? what you gave isn't a model number.
Whatt firmware are you on? The latest isn't always the best. Reason why is netgear added netgear armor to devices and removed some features. this caused issues with a few of the older routers.
try installing version 1.3.0.20, factory resetting, and manually installing the router (not from backup).
When you set it up, just setup the basics like wifi/internet connection. DO NOT enable qos, traffic monitoring, etc as they disabled ctf (cut through forwarding). CTF is needed for speeds >250mbps.
Also, how are you speed testing? I've seen many times were it was the testing server causing the issue because it was maxed out.
Some apps will let you change the testing server.
I'd recommend trying dslreports.org's server
Which modem do you have? what you gave isn't a model number.
Whatt firmware are you on? The latest isn't always the best. Reason why is netgear added netgear armor to devices and removed some features. this caused issues with a few of the older routers.
try installing version 1.3.0.20, factory resetting, and manually installing the router (not from backup).
When you set it up, just setup the basics like wifi/internet connection. DO NOT enable qos, traffic monitoring, etc as they disabled ctf (cut through forwarding). CTF is needed for speeds >250mbps.
Also, how are you speed testing? I've seen many times were it was the testing server causing the issue because it was maxed out.
Some apps will let you change the testing server.
I'd recommend trying dslreports.org's server
- Downloaded/uploaded that firmware, turned off auto update, unplugged my modem, factory reset my router, blinking light came on then immediately unplugged router, Plugged in the modem, waited 5 minutes, turned on router, waited 5 minutes, set up basic settings via computer, then connected my direct connections. The Ethernet connections now work at modem speeds!....but the WiFi speeds are still around the same. Ethernet connections now get over 400DL! Honestly not disappointed with 200 WiFi, which I know should be higher, but as long as direct connections are getting their full speeds I’m satisfied. Thank you for the response/recommendation. kudos