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DesertShaqtus
Jun 04, 2021Initiate
R6700 dropping internet - amber/orange light on internet light
A few weeks ago my internet connection has started to drop periodically (10-12 times per day, sometimes hours between, sometimes within 20-30 minutes, no clear pattern). Connection is usually out for...
- Jun 05, 2021
If its happening 10-12x a day, simply direct connect a pc/laptop to the modem and use it/stream on it. see if it stays stable.
Easy way to determine if the isp was correct or not.
plemans
Jun 05, 2021Guru - Experienced User
If its happening 10-12x a day, simply direct connect a pc/laptop to the modem and use it/stream on it. see if it stays stable.
Easy way to determine if the isp was correct or not.
DesertShaqtus
Jun 07, 2021Initiate
I took your suggestion and ran hardlined through the modem for over 24 hours. After I didn't have any drops I plugged my setup back in through the router again to see if I could get any idea on the pattern and keep troubleshooting.... but I've over a day and half with no drops on heavy usage.
I don't understand what happened but it spontaneously resolved....