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Slow wired internet speed
Hello, I am having trouble with my wired internect connection while using this router. My set-up is as follows: MODEM > ROUTER > ETHERNET SWITCH > PATCH PANEL > ETHERNET WALL PLATE So, I...
Try disabling Downstream QoS and retest. Sometimes, but not always, QoS is more trouble than it's worth.
You will find keyword blocking by logging into the R7000.
Also, consider uninstalling Netgear Genie from your PC. While it can be a nifty way of managing your router, it's not required. I've heard that it can sometimes interfere with proper operation of the PC.
It's a 16 port 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch.
Have you tried a PC to PC speed test?
Do you have any advanced features enabled on the R7000, like QoS, port forwarding, traffic metering, keyword blocking, etc.?
Thanks for the replies, by the way...
I haven't tried a PC to PC speed test. I ran a speed test on the old modem before disconnection and the final reading was 22 Mbps. After installation, the first Nighthawk reading was 24 Mbps. A second reading taken around five minutes later was the 3 Mbps, which is what I'm still getting.
As far as advanced features, I haven't changed anything from the factory settings. Here's what you asked about:
QoS: Upstream is not enabled, but Downstream IS enabled. Also, the Streaming Database Auto Update is enabled as well.
Port Forwarding: I found port forwarding under the Advanced Setup tab in the Genie, but I can't see where it says if it is enabled or not?
Traffic Metering: Not enabled
Keyword Blocking: Not sure where to find this setting?
Try disabling Downstream QoS and retest. Sometimes, but not always, QoS is more trouble than it's worth.
You will find keyword blocking by logging into the R7000.
Also, consider uninstalling Netgear Genie from your PC. While it can be a nifty way of managing your router, it's not required. I've heard that it can sometimes interfere with proper operation of the PC.
Well, it seems as though disabling Downstream QoS has solved the issue. Over the last half an hour, I have tried several different speed tests and gotten consistent results between 22-24 Mbps. Thanks for the help! Very appreciative.
Also, I wasn't using the Netgear Genie program. I was logging into the router using routerlogin.net, which refers to itself as Netgear Genie as well.
Again, thank you for the help. It seems as though my issue has been solved!