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ninja661
Aug 28, 2026Luminary
Cannot reach certain websites
I have been trying to reach Distrowatch.com and the RS200 I have some odd reason refuses to connect to the website. If I bypass the freaky thing and connect directly to my ISP modem, the website comes up just happy as can be. I did a complete 100% reset on the router, and still the same problem exists. I have tried 2 other desktops, a mobile & a tablet. Same problem exists no matter what I try on the RS200. I'm at a loss.
I mean the website is for linux information so nothing harsh in that at least one would think?
I have the latest firmware 1.2.7.2 installed and so I'm at a blank. I've also noted that when I call for routerlogin.net the page isn't loading. I shouldn't have to change DNS settings because the router is directly behind my ISP modem via ethernet cable.
Any help on this one would be a plus!!
Thanks in advance!
3 Replies
- StephenBGuru - Experienced User
ninja661 wrote:
I have been trying to reach Distrowatch.com
Are there any other sites you cannot reach?
Does nslookup find the DNS records?
Have you tried disabling ipv6?
- plemansGuru - Experienced User
You're right. You "shouldn't" have to change the DNS. But it wouldn't be the first time the DNS from and ISP didn't pull up when ran through a 3rd party router.
Its a pretty easy test to change DNS. Make sure to do it for both IPv4 and IPv6 if you have IPv6 enabled.
Might even be worth checking if there's a faster DNS for your area while you're at it.
I use this site. I don't always pick the fastest but it gives a good idea of what speeds are like.
https://dnsspeedtest.online/
- FURRYe38Guru - Experienced User
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?