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monsoon_moon's avatar
monsoon_moon
Aspirant
Jun 04, 2023

Nighthawk M6 Pro Extremely Sluggish

Hi all - I am in the exact same situation as the OP on the below thread.

https://community.netgear.com/t5/Cell-Service-Mobile-Hotspot/Nighthawk-6-PRO-MR6500/m-p/2303494

 

The OP claimed the solution was an upgraded firmware (version unknown) received by a tech called John. AT&T does not seem to be giving me any firmware updates for my device. Checking for updates in the admin menu shows "current," though I can see my version (shown below) is significantly behind the other firmware versions I see users discussing here.

NTGX65_10.04.22.01

Could I please get updated firmware and other help if warranted?

I have the .json file on hand...

7 Replies

    • dmcshaw61's avatar
      dmcshaw61
      Tutor
      I also have the same issues.
      I have sent my json file to John Peng, and I am still waiting for a response!
      • JT240Z's avatar
        JT240Z
        Luminary

        Same problem here as well.  Same firmware version.  Can't seem to get an update since the device says I'm up to date.

  • I have the same issue as well at my sisters house.  If you hook up the device directly to a laptop, the speeds are about 220mbps download.  But if you connect it to a network switch the performance drops to about 20mbps.

    She does live in a remote area and the only cell tower is an AT&T tower so this is her only option.  

     

    Suggestions?  I thought about tethering it to the computer next to it and doing an internet sharing config to test, but welcome to other suggestions.

    • saminmel's avatar
      saminmel
      Aspirant

      I encounter the same issue.

      Here's my solution.

       

      1. Remove the back cover, and battery,

      2. Connect it to usb power, and switch it on,

      3. Put a cooler fan under it