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turned off router and now can't get on internet when turning on
Last night I decided to turn off my router because I keep hearing you should turn it off at night because of EMF's. I turned it off by pressing the power button on the back. When I turned it on this...
There a model # of this router?
Did you also turn OFF the ISP modem or ONT for 1 minuted then back ON as well?
Yes I did. The model number is WNR3500L
I just unplugged everything from the back of the router again, but waited longer this time and now it works!
Thank you for your help!
Linmal wrote:Yes I did. The model number is WNR3500L
What is the brand and model number of your ISP modem or ONT?
There is a sequence for powering up a local network.
Start with the power buttons off and the power cord disconnected for both your modem/ONT and router. Disconnect the Ethernet cord between the two devices.
Power up your modem/ONT and give it plenty of time to boot and connect to the internet. The device should have an indicator that shows connection to the internet.
Connect the Ethernet cord to your router, connect the power cord and boot up the router. Give it plenty of time to boot and connect to the internet. The device should have an indicator that shows connection to the internet. Connect your devices and verify access to the internet.
Linmal wrote:
Yes I did. The model number is WNR3500L
wow thats an old, slow router. N300 and only fast ethernet ports. Not gigabit.
Unless you have some pretty slow ISP service, you'll notice a significant speed improvement by upgrading to dual band/gigabit.
Okay, time to upgrade!
Thanks!
