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kevineverts
Oct 14, 2021Aspirant
Wireless upload is super slow
I have a R6700v3 router with firmware V1.0.4.120_10.0.91 . The upload is fine if connected via ethernet cable but it stinks on wifi. I ran multiple speed tests to verify. From the NightHawk app - ...
plemans
Oct 14, 2021Guru - Experienced User
What modem/gateway is it connected to?
Did this issue recently start or is the router a new purchase?
Are you using IPv6?
kevineverts
Oct 14, 2021Aspirant
It is connected to an Arris TM1602 cable model that in turn is connected to Charter Spectrum internet.
I've had the router for a couple years and don't remember if the problem started then or if it is a new issue. Normally I wouldn't notice but I was trying to upload a couple medium size files (50-150MB) and noticed that it was taking forever. One it was done, I performed the tests above.
IPv6 is disabled (Router web page > Advanced > Advanced Setup > IPv6 > Disabled.
- plemansOct 14, 2021Guru - Experienced User
Try enabling ipv6 and see it if helps