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johnnydiesel
Dec 05, 2024Aspirant
Netgear RS500-NAS after power cycle only ethernet works
Brand New RS500-NAS purchased. Setup and all works well and in use for about 5 days. Power cycled the unit and the ethernet came back on, but the wireless was off. Looked in config, and saw wireless ...
FURRYe38
Dec 05, 2024Guru - Experienced User
Any anyone pushed the wifi radio button?
What FW version is loaded on the router?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6A STP is recommended.
What channel configurations are currently set on the router?
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
johnnydiesel
Dec 05, 2024Aspirant
Any anyone pushed the wifi radio button?
No, it is on top of our kitchen cabinet and my wife cannot even reach up to it.
What FW version is loaded on the router?
The latest FW is loaded and it was updated by me requesting, and is set to automatic updates.
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
TMobile Home internet G4AD
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6A STP is recommended.
Using the best CAT 6 cable between router and home internet.
What channel configurations are currently set on the router?
pre set by router.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
In a very rural area. Neighbors wifi is distant and very weak but on a separate channel looking at wifi survey when setting up and after 1 week in use.