The Baconator I got major issues there are at least 20 networks on every major channel 1 ,6,11 my wifi drops every 2 to 5 minutes. no matter what channel I set it to
Something else to take into consideration within your home, is the construction of the home. I have the Nighthawk X6 as well but, it doesn't reach the entire house. I've had to use 3 different access points to get signal. The X6 is located upstairs, in new construction homes this, in general, wouldn't be an issue. However, my house was built in the 1930s and still has nearly all of its original shiplap walls. Shiplap is horrible for wifi. I plan on hard wiring the entire house and adding 2 more X6 routers setup as access points for full coverage. Great overview of 'fixing' wifi.
My son lived in an apartment a while back and he had some neighbors next door that were always "Getting Busy" if you know what I mean. They were very loud at their activities. So he decided to change his SSID to "We can hear you having sex" lol... Now that was funny!
Thanks for the info and the humor. About a month ago, as I got off a subway here in NYC, I was searching for a WiFi. One of the IPs listed was "FBI Surveilence Van"
I solved my wifi issues by simply moving my router over about 4 ft. ~ The story... I was getting 50 mbs when I was in the living room (where the router was) but upstairs, I was getting 6 mbs, and in the basement I was getting 4 mbs. Even when I was directly above or below where the router was setting. ~ I moved the router upstairs (per your suggestions in this video) and got 50 mbs in every room upstairs... but only got 3 mbs in the living room, and 2 mbs in the basement. Weird. ~ I put the router back in the living room, but this time I sat the router in a spot about 4 ft from where I use to have it in the living room. Now, I'm getting full strength in every single room in the house! WOO HOOO! ~ "What was causing the slow issues?", you ask? Steel support beams. Yep. That's right. Steel. Beams. Those things apparently wreak havoc with wifi signals... and I have TWO of them in my new house. One in the floor between basement and 1st floor, and the other between 1st and 2nd floors (because of a loft area). I didn't not know we had two beams. ~ It ends up that when the router was originally in the living room, I had the router setting directly above one of the steel support beams. When I put the router upstairs, I had the router directly over the other steel beam. When I put the router back in the living room, I put it in a different space, which was 4 ft away from the steel beam. That was all it took to get my wifi speeds going full tilt in every room of the house.
Any metal beam or surface will interfere with your signal. That includes even mirrors. People don't know or forget that mirrors are something more than glass, and they reflect wifi signals as they reflect light.
Thank you so much Steve! I have a R7900 and that's an upgrade from I don't know, over the years, I've had 3 or 4 routers. But, I am still kinda confused when it comes to networking. I've learned more from you today in this short video than I have from all the instruction papers and videos I've seen to date! So, wish me luck!
Move to Chattanooga Tennessee. We have EPB Fiber Optics and the minimum speed is 300Mbps for $60/month and GIG 1000Mbps is only $10 more. Upload and download are same no matter what time of day it is because there is no congestion on the system because everyone has their own dedicated fiber feed direct from headend to home. LOVE IT!!!!
thankYa Dotto! I'm compu-illiterate and having so many probs which r stealing my FaceTime from my kids.appreciation for You taking the time2 help us All:) Blessed Be!
I am SO glad I found you! I am not tech savvy at all! I know the basics but that’s about it. I have been having a lot of trouble with WiFi for oh roughly 6 months. I’ve just dealt with it and put off finding out what the problem is. Well now I’m at my wits end and want it fixed. After all I pay $165 a month for cable, phone, and internet and it should work!
@Dottotech!! How the hell are you! I used to love catching your show on TV back in the olden days! Looks like you've been on TH-cam for awhile! Suppose that shouldn't be such a surprise but regardless it's great and I'll subscribe right now! Thanks for all your knowledge!
Steve, this is an excellent video. I couldn't have said it any better. I do tech support and get as least 2 calls per week asking for help with this topic, dropped internet connections. I have to explain these steps to users over and over. To your comment, I'd argue that the number of devices in your home is not as important as the number of other routers in your area (neighbors) that interfere with yours, that is the biggest issue, and thus "channel isolation" is the biggest fix. I've added this video to my collection of advice for my users. I've Thumbs up, Subscribed and now Commented. Its a triple-play!
Thanks Steve Dotto for another informative and incredibly useful video. Speaking of streaming video, while the wife enjoys Downton Abbey, I've gained so much more in productivity binge-watching DottoTech on TH-cam today while, at the same time, discovering my inner geek. Keep those videos coming. Cheerio!
If you are smart, you wire up the static devices in the house with Ethernet cables and leave wifi only for smart phones and netbooks. All TVs, media streaming devices should be plugged in by the ethernet cables. But I understand if are in a temporary situation and don't own the house or plan to stay long.
since you have the x6, enable the ‘smart’ feature of the router and it will load balance your 2.4 and your 2 5GHz band. where the slower devices are automatically put on the slower band. the 2 5GHz bands are also load balanced where if there are more than 3 devices on the first and none or 1-2 devices on the 2nd, the router automatically puts the device on the band with the lighter traffic. if you set them to connect to specific bands, you could end up with 5 devices on 1 5ghz band and none on the other and slow down your connection. my 2 cents.
Another awesome tech video Steve! Your delivery / style of information is easy to follow and provides the right about of "tech" speak that it keeps me coming back for more... keep up the great work.
Great video. Be glad you went with Android. Tried to find an app that would show me channel interference/congestion and I found this: "There are no Wi-Fi scanners for iOS, as Apple had these removed from the App Store." There are scanners that show connection speed in real time that are very useful. But Apple blocked all that show actual signal strength and interference.
Hi Steve, We have 6 people with 25 devices connected to the internet now main modem is not the best at all I found away that lessens the device congestion over all. Now my bedroom is the actual garage where the internet WiFi signal is least strongest and the furtherest from the modem in our upstairs spare room. Now I connected powerline Ethernet adapter kit to the main modem via Ethernet, then I used my old tp-link adsl2+ modem and disabled dsl setting that allows to use an isp, From there I configured and in bridge mode and having as a router only and then ran a second Ethernet cable from the powerline adapter in my room to my modem which carries the internet signal to my room in garage from I connected my desktop pc, my MacBook Air, my Xbox and nas to that using Ethernet cables with problems, then I configured the WiFi on my modem with new Sid’s on both bands 2.4ghz and the 5ghz for my iPad and iPhone with custom passwords creating my own network. I had found out there was still congestion on the network with our tenant downstairs so I connected a WiFi extender and connected that to the main modem and creating there own network if fixed that issue for while then it’s started up all over again a 3rd time with my cousins gaming pc so I repeated the same process I did in my room minus the powerline adapter, I got another tp-link modem configured it all on bridge mode ran a 15m Ethernet cable from the main modem into the back that tp-link modem and ran Ethernet cables from the desktop and 2 ps4’s in to and configured WiFi network Ssid’s and it was all done. Only the only running the main modems only supports 2.4ghz band is 3 apple computers, 1 tablet, 3 phones, 1 Apple TV and 2 smart TVs and all this is rarely used mainly 1 laptop, 1 tablet and 3 phones are used between 3 people and stopped all congestion on the home network, only time we have problems is when our isp here is doing upgrades on the network from there end other than that it’s sweet no problems at all and it took me about 5-15 mins to do it all with connections and configurations for each network devices with extenders and modems running off the main modem it was quick and easy. I don’t need to adjust any settings for channels that’s self maintained, stopped all network congestion’s and every sing internet argument in our house hold!!!
Thank you for this information. I live in an old sandstone house and my "den" is in the basement where there is a very poor WiFi signal due to an internal stone wall. I have found the best and easiest option for me is to have a powerline system using the electrics of my house to transmit the signal. These were very easy to set up - plug and play and out of the box in minutes and I am not technically minded. I now have a reliable broadband connection.
Most important is to disable dos protection Other wise especially in gaming it will keep disconnecting Some router like asus are off from default but netgear are on you must turn it off
Thank you, cleared up miss understanding about absolutely everything! Extremely helpful to save me some money I was just about to spend! My only option right now is satellite internet...I have to do EVERYTHING I can to improve, as this is about the same as... get ready for this.... a 28k modem! IDO NOT recommend satellite internet! Slow & expensive! Don’t believe their adds!
I'm so glad Miss Understanding is cleared up now, I was worried about her ;) Seriously though, you didn't mention using a router for WiFi but the best thing anyone can do to improve their WiFi in 2014 or 2020 is to move the router or modem/router to the most central and highest location as possible. I have "solved' so many friends and families 'problems' suggesting that one tip. If you're not using a router I'm not sure there is much you can do aside from making sure your modem is at least capable to push through the data tier you pay for....good luck
The key to using a repeater properly is to install it at the point between the strong and medium signal (not low) Do not install a repeater in a low signal area. It needs to take that strong signal and enhance it further. I have an Asus RP-AC86U repeater. It rocks.
I don't trust the speedtest app on my phone. I pay for 250/100 through fiber and get around 270/110 on my PC (connected by CAT6 cable). However, I get around 350/110 on my phone on my 5GHz Wi-Fi which really doesn't make sense. Anyway, great video Steve. I just recently found your channel when looking for a password manager, but now I can't stop watching every video you've made. Keep it up!
Steve, I believe Apple has a built in scanner in it's OS. By pressing the "Option" key then clicking on the wifi icon in the menu bar there is a wireless diagnostics tool you can use. Thanks again for the great vids!
Trent Arnold Yes depending on the version they have the scanner in a few different places, but that trick does open the diagnostics, thanks for sharing that!
I've still got a little work to do Steve. I OWN the Nighthawk X6 and it is AWESOME, but the range isn't what it could be even with an extender in the mix... But thanks for the informative video!!
Best is a modem/router combo, no cable in between. If your equip is manufactured after 2009, on your 2.4 go into your router settings & set it to (n) only. If your equip is 2013 or later, set your 5 to (ac) only. This will especially increase your Firesticks download speed & use only the 5 for them. 1 other item, do not expect a 400 rated router to download at 600 mbps speed.
I just purchased an Asus 5300, after my Wi-Fi took a hit. I went from 240 Mbps down to 5 Mbps down over thanksgiving. I was using an Asus AC RT 87U which was 2 years old and always had problems in the 5 Ghz bands. When I finally got the Asus 5300, I did a 24 hour stress test. Which was streaming 8 streams of 4k for 24 hours. The day before although I pay for 200/20, I was getting 9/5 which TWC (Time Warner Cable) could not explain. With the new router I was able to get 270/27 and streamed 1 terabytes of Data within 24 hours with no problems.
how many people can be connected to asus 5300 at the same time? if i use 4mbps spreed of internet connection ,20 people can use it ?? i want to buy it.thanks
Great Video : "What did you do with the WIFI ?" I know that too well. My SSID is: Aircable My system is kinda heavy on the budget, but I had never had any WIFI problems after installing a Lancom Router with three Accesspoints and upgrading the router to a WIFI controller - it's the greatest tool I've ever seen. BTW: I like speedof.me as a speedtest. Thanks for this Steve
Hanns Schulmeister Thanks Hanns, I had another viewer recooment Speedof.me, and it looks better than Speedtest (at this point) Sounds like you have it dialled in WiFi wise!
You are correct that the higher the router, the better the coverage will be. But it is not because they broadcast down better than up. There are fewer things in the upper half of any room than in the lower half. SO, the signal has less to get past when it is higher. The floor would be the worst place for a router and an electrical outlet near the floor is almost as bad. I have an extender that was designed to just sit on the electrical outlet on an extension cord and placed it on a nearby window sill. It is twice as high there and works much better. Another thing is the exact placement can help. In the GHz frequency band, inches and even fractions of an inch can make a difference.
Actually you'll find that the 2.4Ghz is faster then the 5Ghz is for better resolution for 4K HiDef Streaming but can be actually slower if you are streaming to a none 4K screen, so then the 2.4 should be faster. There is another trick I learned about WiFi routers: Instead of using passwords for looking strangers out which slows down your reception because it checks password availability for each block of data first and then sends it which takes time, so instead of using password you can use MAC Address that every device have and is easy to find in settings ( you'll find 2 MAC Addresses, one for Bluetooth and one for WiFi which is the one you want ), any way instead of using passwords you use Allow Only This MAC addresses which yes you have to enter each devices own MAC Address but it's worth it, when you search for WiFi signal you'll see yours without a lock logo but nobody will be able to connect unless you added their MAC Address which is kind of cool because if you did connecting without a password is nice and because your router is like mine you can add a guest account which on that one you use a password. I'm not sure if I was understandable but I hope you'll get it. Also about the channels ( usually there are 12 ) I would try one by one no matter how much traffic you see because it's not always the traffic which messes things out, sometimes it's some signal from a neighbor garage door or cordless phone ( whatever it is ) which messes with your signal and there is no traffic or great signal showing, that's why trying all channels one at a time is the best and even then it's not always perfect because time of the day or which day it is also effect things, even satellites passing over. I have seen what you would call the perfect router it comes with 3,5 or 7 parts and those parts are not repeaters if you unplug one the whole system stop working, what it really does is actually makes the whole house a router, it's amazing but you'll have to pay over $1,000 for the 2 piece and close to $2,000 for the 7 pieces or something close to those prices because it's a new invention which I've seen in a new gadgets conversion show. And by the way right now my WiFi Speed is up to 76Mgs/62Mgs that's because here we got ADSL Connection not DSL, the A means Asymmetrical which changes all the time depending on what you are doing, in fact one Suplier just laid fiber optics in my city which guarantees 200Mgs up and down for the price I'm paying now using copper wires offering 100Mgs but copper can't move data that fast and the only reason I'm getting the great speed that I do is because I'm not far from one of their transmitting stations ( like a mile away ) my mom got the same service exactly as mine and she only gets up to 40Mgs because she lives 5 miles away from me which is 6 from the transmitter station and old copper wires, fiber optics is the way to go or satellites which is way to expensive. Sorry I started mumble.
You are wrong. The primary differences between the two frequencies are the range (coverage) and bandwidth (speed) that the bands provide. The 2.4 GHz band provides coverage at a longer range but transmits data at slower speeds. The 5 GHz band provides less coverage but transmits data at faster speeds.
@odedo1 Mac filtering, which is what you have described above, doesn't work. A simple Wifi Analyzer app can sniff out wifi signals and display the mac numbers. Then you can easily spoof the mac number and get it. Worst of all, without a password protecting your router, once the mac number has been spoofed, anyone can get into the administration webpage of the router. 😨
First, I know this video is old, so it may not be important to bring this up. Just a small heads up, the Apple airport does have a 5G network. I own an original Airport Extreme and it works really well even today and on 5G. Right where you select the channel, on the drop-down above where it has 802.11.n and so on, you can select 5G only. Oh and great video 👍
Steve, I'm a freelance computer/network tech and interested to know where you got the info about wifi working better being higher up? Also, should be worth noting that repeaters and powerline ethernet are NOTORIOUSLY flaky. Thanks for sharing the link to the analyzer app!
Hi all, I'll help out some of you. (I'm pretty experienced in this topic, networking and computer engineering) For one, you can unplug your router/modem. This will clear out all cached data and protocols. Including emptying out the ram in the device and free up space where the modem/router gives out IPs to every device that's connected to your wifi. Next, go into your router's settings, try mess around with the network settings such as reserve bandwidth for a device if you have many on your home network. Third, There are too many phones, tablets, laptops, desktops, echo dots; etc, on your network. Try to remove some people in your mengement settings of your router. If you can't than just change your password, this will kick everybody off and it'll force you to put in a password. Fourth, Use a network cable. This will remove the radio signela. You'll get faster speeds as it doesn't have to retrieve data in air. and plus you don't have to enter in a password to enter in the network. **Now there is some other things but i'm just too lazy rn, just reply to this comment and hopefully I won't be lazy then.**
why can I only get up to 100mbps on 2.4? I get 235 (im paying for 200 from my isp) on 5g and wired. 2.4 uses 802.11n. Is this wifi mode capped at 100? Also, im using the dlink ac2600 and the theoretical max 2.4 speed is 800mbps with this router.
I'm living hell I have 3 smart lights an Google home 1 TV 2 pcs 1 xbox 1 tablet 1 smartphone only in my room and there is more 3 rooms that are renting and my internet is 30mb and the Router don't have 5hz no external antena and I can't access the modem menu even when reset and every half hour or so it goes down for 3 min I'm thinking about the Asus 1200g+ does it hold?
Another solution to the problem: Just reset your router once/day (unplug power and replug back after 15 seconds). This can be very easily automatically done by plugging router in a timer to go "off" and come back "on" within minutes. Best time to do is in middle of night when all are asleep. I have done this and it works.
Hey man. Not sure if you’re still active with your networking but adding Pi-Hole on a raspberry pi will get rid of all of those terrible ads and trackers and, in turn, free up more bandwidth and increase speed.
When your upload speed ? is 1.48 and your download speed? is 1.30 there's no use trying to speed up your wi fi as we have in rural Greenville Texas. That's what I've found out.
I use Speedtest the same one you use and I live in Louisville Ky I ping everyone customer off of Cincinnati Ohio because of the congestion issues the upload speeds for say 60mps will give me up and over 70mps and download is over 5-6 pings around 49
+dottotech Sir, i need your help,i hacked a access point with "kali linux" (my neighbour's) , and i'm using it from few days.... But today the webpage of broadband provider opened suddenly and it is telling that "you have exceeded fair usage limit provided and will continue to browse at reduced speeds,if you want to renew to faster speed then do the "topup"... Then, i saw that i was logged in as a user and i done a recharge of 20 GB.." I am afraid what will happen when they will came to know about this (by any way-either when they will see the BILL or they will call their EXPERT. what will i do now help me please..is there any data saved from my computer..NEED HELP
Very interesting, Steve. I learned a lot. Thanks for posting. I burst out laughing on the "dad" name. I sent your video on to my hubby, he is the one that is to "blame" for our wifi LOL
So my WiFi works if you plug it into the eather net port but the net gear box itself won’t connect to the internet do you have any clue what’s wrong and should I buy a new router box?
I purchased the Netgear XR500 gaming router two years ago, nothing but trouble, tried hooking a ip phone though it could never get it to work even after going on the Netgear Blog and asking techies for help, Netgear wants big $$$ to give you any support.
Rather late to this party, but I got $0.02: I'm SHOCKED (and rather disappointed) dude didn't go into antennas, which are far cheaper than repeaters. WIFI antennas generally employ a R-SMA (Reverse-SMA) coax connetor. Before buying all that, you can get a cheap (
I took the opportunity to run CAT5 cable around the house when we were doing a basement renovation. It's all routed back to a utility closet in the basement. That covers Apple TV, two consoles and my son's laptop who swears a wired connection gives him a better ping rate ( mainly because he's in a WiFi dead zone ). Thanks for the tip - I'll try the router upstairs. I would have thought the signal was omnidirectional? I wonder if there is some kind of interference with the ground? All our devices have Hogwarts names and the WiFi is "The Owlery".
When you turn on the download speed of internet. And it goes up to the speed you want. My question is how can that be trusted because I don't know if there is another way of testing their speed.
Dear Mr. Steve, Please answer below question, this is regarding 2nd router(as a extender) and cable internet.. 1. if i connect 2nd router from Main router, the wifi speed of Main router will slow? or reducing the speed? 2.I connect 2nd router from Main router and i put internet cable to laptop through 2nd router.. the wifi speed signal of Main router will make it slow? or decreasing the wifi speed signal? 3. Is the cable(wire) can stable the internet connection? without affecting the Main router wifi speed signal? you're answer will be a great help to maximize my existing internet connection.
I have NETGEAR Nighthawk, but my WiFi dies whenver my actual internet connection drops or resets... ie: I can't see the router at all if the internet drops out... But it's ok @dottotech Steve, because I have told my family to also blame YOU when our 'WiFi' doesn't work. That will take the pressure away from me. I am in Western Australia, so I am sure you won't get too many calls. :). Thanks for all the tips
37mbs is moderate speed, i tought in US the speeds will be higher, I am in Sydney and i get more than 50mbps + 13mbps constantly, I got netflix HD, xbox..ps4, various other devices connected and network seldom lags & We dont pay extra for speeds.
I have like 5 routers in a normal size house (just we have a lot of interferences from commercial hotspots etc) and actually I have a decent signal from one in the basement which is the worst no name btw than regular one upstairs :P
Please don't be misleading! Your internet connection speed (line speed) is measured through your router. If you test your connection on your device, you're ONLY seeing the speed THAT device receives. Therefore, you must log into your router to see what the true internet speed is. Then, testing your WiFi or Ethernet connection speed will show the difference. For example, you may have a line speed of 70 Mbps to your router and a WiFi speed of 8 Mbps, and doing a speed test would make you think your internet is slow. Before you rage to you ISP - check the line speed to the router. If that speed is above the minimum speed you have been sold as part of your package, then your issue is WiFi related and you may troubleshoot further. Otherwise, you need to speak with your ISP to get the fault corrected.
We have okay internet in the house but very little/none mostly in our garage which isn't that far from the house. We invested in a very expensive new router (DLink 3200), all the bells and whistles, HD even, hoping to sort this issue out. But we still have none in our garage! Is it a case of the router needing to be set up and tweaked or do we STILL need an extender of some kind. I thought the grunty new router would instantly solve this issue!
I think I need help putting the right setting in the right way for my zenbooster. Like what to do and how to do it steps by steps. All the videos go too fast for me to follow are even write down the procedures. Such as, Unhide your ssid????????????????
It seems like I'm getting ddos attacks via Netflix and it's causing my wifi to drop...but, only in the evening. Like, after 11pm when I'm trying to relax. Anybody have recommendations? It's like clockwork, this dropped wifi...
I'm passing on a warning: Netgear Nighthawk router blocks KODI streaming media app data. I just bought the AX12 model. It is set up correctly as far as I know because all other internet apps work great. But KODI streams will not play at all; they won't even load after the main app is running. I connected to my second router in my home and KODI works just fine. I tried this with a 2018 Windows 10 PC and a Samsung Galaxy Note 10 smartphone. I've never had an issue playing KODI on either machine, but both stop streaming KODI addon channels as soon as I connect to the AX12 router.
Thanks for taking time to add actual captions for the Deaf instead of the automatic
When your internet is so bad you can't even get to the internet speed test page
You got some serius problems m8
The Baconator I got major issues there are at least 20 networks on every major channel 1 ,6,11
my wifi drops every 2 to 5 minutes. no matter what channel I set it to
The Baconator preach it
same
damn whenever i play CSGO i get 999 pings
Something else to take into consideration within your home, is the construction of the home. I have the Nighthawk X6 as well but, it doesn't reach the entire house. I've had to use 3 different access points to get signal. The X6 is located upstairs, in new construction homes this, in general, wouldn't be an issue. However, my house was built in the 1930s and still has nearly all of its original shiplap walls. Shiplap is horrible for wifi. I plan on hard wiring the entire house and adding 2 more X6 routers setup as access points for full coverage. Great overview of 'fixing' wifi.
My son lived in an apartment a while back and he had some neighbors next door that were always "Getting Busy" if you know what I mean. They were very loud at their activities. So he decided to change his SSID to "We can hear you having sex" lol... Now that was funny!
Thanks for the info and the humor.
About a month ago, as I got off a subway here in NYC, I was searching for a WiFi. One of the IPs listed was "FBI Surveilence Van"
There was a panic in Michigan about a router listed as “Remote Detenator”
Mom: Can you fix the wifi?
me: yea *unplugs router and modem, plugs them back in*
Mom: wow, your so good at this!
me: *sigh*
LOL
Mac MashPotato SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME.
Same here
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💀🏁...So cute!😂
Congrats on the nighthawk 3200. I tried the tri-band setup as well, but found the best results in combining all 3 bands in automatic mode
I solved my wifi issues by simply moving my router over about 4 ft.
~ The story... I was getting 50 mbs when I was in the living room (where the router was) but upstairs, I was getting 6 mbs, and in the basement I was getting 4 mbs. Even when I was directly above or below where the router was setting.
~ I moved the router upstairs (per your suggestions in this video) and got 50 mbs in every room upstairs... but only got 3 mbs in the living room, and 2 mbs in the basement. Weird.
~ I put the router back in the living room, but this time I sat the router in a spot about 4 ft from where I use to have it in the living room. Now, I'm getting full strength in every single room in the house! WOO HOOO! ~
"What was causing the slow issues?", you ask? Steel support beams. Yep. That's right. Steel. Beams. Those things apparently wreak havoc with wifi signals... and I have TWO of them in my new house. One in the floor between basement and 1st floor, and the other between 1st and 2nd floors (because of a loft area). I didn't not know we had two beams.
~ It ends up that when the router was originally in the living room, I had the router setting directly above one of the steel support beams. When I put the router upstairs, I had the router directly over the other steel beam. When I put the router back in the living room, I put it in a different space, which was 4 ft away from the steel beam. That was all it took to get my wifi speeds going full tilt in every room of the house.
Any metal beam or surface will interfere with your signal. That includes even mirrors. People don't know or forget that mirrors are something more than glass, and they reflect wifi signals as they reflect light.
try wifi extenders .. you got alot of signal disruptions due to walls and material used
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Thank you so much Steve! I have a R7900 and that's an upgrade from I don't know, over the years, I've had 3 or 4 routers. But, I am still kinda confused when it comes to networking. I've learned more from you today in this short video than I have from all the instruction papers and videos I've seen to date! So, wish me luck!
Good router is a must! I have a very good Linksys in the basement and still get very good wifi in the second story!!
Move to Chattanooga Tennessee. We have EPB Fiber Optics and the minimum speed is 300Mbps for $60/month and GIG 1000Mbps is only $10 more. Upload and download are same no matter what time of day it is because there is no congestion on the system because everyone has their own dedicated fiber feed direct from headend to home. LOVE IT!!!!
thankYa Dotto! I'm compu-illiterate and having so many probs which r stealing my FaceTime from my kids.appreciation for You taking the time2 help us All:) Blessed Be!
I am SO glad I found you! I am not tech savvy at all! I know the basics but that’s about it.
I have been having a lot of trouble with WiFi for oh roughly 6 months. I’ve just dealt with it and put off finding out what the problem is. Well now I’m at my wits end and want it fixed. After all I pay $165 a month for cable, phone, and internet and it should work!
The WiFi Service you pay extra for, I have as the most basic package where I live. That aside lol you shared some good tips, awesome video.
@Dottotech!! How the hell are you! I used to love catching your show on TV back in the olden days! Looks like you've been on TH-cam for awhile! Suppose that shouldn't be such a surprise but regardless it's great and I'll subscribe right now! Thanks for all your knowledge!
I also loved Dotto's Data Cafe.
I moved my wireless router from the basement to the main floor. It fixed my issues with the WiFi, Thank you.
Steve, this is an excellent video. I couldn't have said it any better. I do tech support and get as least 2 calls per week asking for help with this topic, dropped internet connections. I have to explain these steps to users over and over. To your comment, I'd argue that the number of devices in your home is not as important as the number of other routers in your area (neighbors) that interfere with yours, that is the biggest issue, and thus "channel isolation" is the biggest fix. I've added this video to my collection of advice for my users. I've Thumbs up, Subscribed and now Commented. Its a triple-play!
Great feedback and thank you!
Thanks for introducing the repeater. It significantly improved the reception in the back of my house.
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Thanks Steve Dotto for another informative and incredibly useful video. Speaking of streaming video, while the wife enjoys Downton Abbey, I've gained so much more in productivity binge-watching DottoTech on TH-cam today while, at the same time, discovering my inner geek. Keep those videos coming. Cheerio!
Ralph Somma Hey Ralph, sounds like our lives are similar! Have a great 2015!
Oh my gawd! I t’s Steve Dotto! I used to watch your tv show years ago!
Hey there!
If you are smart, you wire up the static devices in the house with Ethernet cables and leave wifi only for smart phones and netbooks. All TVs, media streaming devices should be plugged in by the ethernet cables. But I understand if are in a temporary situation and don't own the house or plan to stay long.
My internets so bad i have to stand by my router to even watch this video
beginner here. gonna start following you like a papparazzi!
Man i struggled with poor signal for a year. Only thing i needed to do literaly was put my router a little bit higher.
Thank you for the video
since you have the x6, enable the ‘smart’ feature of the router and it will load balance your 2.4 and your 2 5GHz band. where the slower devices are automatically put on the slower band. the 2 5GHz bands are also load balanced where if there are more than 3 devices on the first and none or 1-2 devices on the 2nd, the router automatically puts the device on the band with the lighter traffic. if you set them to connect to specific bands, you could end up with 5 devices on 1 5ghz band and none on the other and slow down your connection. my 2 cents.
Another awesome tech video Steve! Your delivery / style of information is easy to follow and provides the right about of "tech" speak that it keeps me coming back for more... keep up the great work.
John Hotaling Thanks John, I appreciate you taking the time to share that with me!
Great video. Be glad you went with Android. Tried to find an app that would show me channel interference/congestion and I found this:
"There are no Wi-Fi scanners for iOS, as Apple had these removed from the App Store."
There are scanners that show connection speed in real time that are very useful. But Apple blocked all that show actual signal strength and interference.
yeah, cause they cant make money, from people upgrading/fixing/strengthening their OWN service....
A neighbor's SSID is "Youcrazykidsstayofmynetwork." 🤣
I named my router JJTOTS when I got frustrated with my wife and daughter taking all the bandwidth! It stands for: JIM JUST TOOK OVER THIS SHIT! LMAO
Nice to see you again. Used to watch your TV show many years ago than you just disappeared.
Hi Steve,
We have 6 people with 25 devices connected to the internet now main modem is not the best at all I found away that lessens the device congestion over all.
Now my bedroom is the actual garage where the internet WiFi signal is least strongest and the furtherest from the modem in our upstairs spare room.
Now I connected powerline Ethernet adapter kit to the main modem via Ethernet, then I used my old tp-link adsl2+ modem and disabled dsl setting that allows to use an isp,
From there I configured and in bridge mode and having as a router only and then ran a second Ethernet cable from the powerline adapter in my room to my modem which carries the internet signal
to my room in garage from I connected my desktop pc, my MacBook Air, my Xbox and nas to that using Ethernet cables with problems, then I configured the WiFi on my modem with new Sid’s on both bands 2.4ghz and the 5ghz for my iPad and iPhone with custom passwords creating my own network.
I had found out there was still congestion on the network with our tenant downstairs so I connected a WiFi extender and connected that to the main modem and creating there own network if fixed that issue for while then it’s started up all over again a 3rd time with my cousins gaming pc so I repeated the same process I did in my room minus the powerline adapter, I got another tp-link modem configured it all on bridge mode ran a 15m Ethernet cable from the main modem into the back that tp-link modem and ran Ethernet cables from the desktop and 2 ps4’s in to and configured WiFi network Ssid’s and it was all done.
Only the only running the main modems only supports 2.4ghz band is 3 apple computers, 1 tablet, 3 phones, 1 Apple TV and 2 smart TVs and all this is rarely used mainly 1 laptop, 1 tablet and 3 phones are used between 3 people and stopped all congestion on the home network, only time we have problems is when our isp here is doing upgrades on the network from there end other than that it’s sweet no problems at all and it took me about 5-15 mins to do it all with connections and configurations for each network devices with extenders and modems running off the main modem it was quick and easy.
I don’t need to adjust any settings for channels that’s self maintained, stopped all network congestion’s and every sing internet argument in our house hold!!!
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Dam you said a month full. I wish I understood. But sounds like your a smart guy to figure all that out.
Thank you for this information. I live in an old sandstone house and my "den" is in the basement where there is a very poor WiFi signal due to an internal stone wall. I have found the best and easiest option for me is to have a powerline system using the electrics of my house to transmit the signal. These were very easy to set up - plug and play and out of the box in minutes and I am not technically minded. I now have a reliable broadband connection.
***** Thanks for the feedback, I am glad you worked out the best system.
Most important is to disable dos protection
Other wise especially in gaming it will keep disconnecting
Some router like asus are off from default but netgear are on you must turn it off
dotto!!! where have you been man!? I haven't seen you in at least 10 years! and you were on TV! OMG
Thank you, cleared up miss understanding about absolutely everything! Extremely helpful to save me some money I was just about to spend! My only option right now is satellite internet...I have to do EVERYTHING I can to improve, as this is about the same as... get ready for this.... a 28k modem! IDO NOT recommend satellite internet! Slow & expensive! Don’t believe their adds!
I'm so glad Miss Understanding is cleared up now, I was worried about her ;) Seriously though, you didn't mention using a router for WiFi but the best thing anyone can do to improve their WiFi in 2014 or 2020 is to move the router or modem/router to the most central and highest location as possible. I have "solved' so many friends and families 'problems' suggesting that one tip. If you're not using a router I'm not sure there is much you can do aside from making sure your modem is at least capable to push through the data tier you pay for....good luck
The key to using a repeater properly is to install it at the point between the strong and medium signal (not low) Do not install a repeater in a low signal area. It needs to take that strong signal and enhance it further. I have an Asus RP-AC86U repeater. It rocks.
I don't trust the speedtest app on my phone. I pay for 250/100 through fiber and get around 270/110 on my PC (connected by CAT6 cable). However, I get around 350/110 on my phone on my 5GHz Wi-Fi which really doesn't make sense. Anyway, great video Steve. I just recently found your channel when looking for a password manager, but now I can't stop watching every video you've made. Keep it up!
Yep, speedtest is good for some things, but may ISPs optimize for it
Steve, I believe Apple has a built in scanner in it's OS. By pressing the "Option" key then clicking on the wifi icon in the menu bar there is a wireless diagnostics tool you can use.
Thanks again for the great vids!
Trent Arnold Yes depending on the version they have the scanner in a few different places, but that trick does open the diagnostics, thanks for sharing that!
I've still got a little work to do Steve. I OWN the Nighthawk X6 and it is AWESOME, but the range isn't what it could be even with an extender in the mix... But thanks for the informative video!!
ssid: fbi surveillance van the way my WiFi been acting lately I'm starting to believe it's actually them lmao
Best is a modem/router combo, no cable in between. If your equip is manufactured after 2009, on your 2.4 go into your router settings & set it to (n) only. If your equip is 2013 or later, set your 5 to (ac) only. This will especially increase your Firesticks download speed & use only the 5 for them. 1 other item, do not expect a 400 rated router to download at 600 mbps speed.
I just purchased an Asus 5300, after my Wi-Fi took a hit. I went from 240 Mbps down to 5 Mbps down over thanksgiving. I was using an Asus AC RT 87U which was 2 years old and always had problems in the 5 Ghz bands. When I finally got the Asus 5300, I did a 24 hour stress test. Which was streaming 8 streams of 4k for 24 hours. The day before although I pay for 200/20, I was getting 9/5 which TWC (Time Warner Cable) could not explain. With the new router I was able to get 270/27 and streamed 1 terabytes of Data within 24 hours with no problems.
how many people can be connected to asus 5300 at the same time? if i use 4mbps spreed of internet connection ,20 people can use it ?? i want to buy it.thanks
Abdul Malek Yes it can with no problems.
thank u :)
thank u very much :)
Abdul Malek when you say 4 Mbps is that your total internet speed?
New subscriber gained. Awesome video, keep up the good work!
Talks about router distance and signal strength.
Lives out west but has ISP called Eastlink. ;)
Great Video : "What did you do with the WIFI ?" I know that too well.
My SSID is: Aircable
My system is kinda heavy on the budget, but I had never had any WIFI problems after installing a Lancom Router with three Accesspoints and upgrading the router to a WIFI controller - it's the greatest tool I've ever seen.
BTW: I like speedof.me as a speedtest.
Thanks for this Steve
Hanns Schulmeister Thanks Hanns, I had another viewer recooment Speedof.me, and it looks better than Speedtest (at this point) Sounds like you have it dialled in WiFi wise!
You are correct that the higher the router, the better the coverage will be. But it is not because they broadcast down better than up. There are fewer things in the upper half of any room than in the lower half. SO, the signal has less to get past when it is higher. The floor would be the worst place for a router and an electrical outlet near the floor is almost as bad. I have an extender that was designed to just sit on the electrical outlet on an extension cord and placed it on a nearby window sill. It is twice as high there and works much better. Another thing is the exact placement can help. In the GHz frequency band, inches and even fractions of an inch can make a difference.
My network name is "FBI Surveillance Van 2". I saw it on Reddit once and thought it was cute. Thanks for the tips, Steve! :)
Randi-Lee Burul That one seems to be popular!
Love the SSD names! Mine is DieTrying.....
Panny boy from the west side is in da house
Wow! Great presentation without a lot of gibber jabber! Count me a new subscriber. Thank you.
welcome aboard
Actually you'll find that the 2.4Ghz is faster then the 5Ghz is for better resolution for 4K HiDef Streaming but can be actually slower if you are streaming to a none 4K screen, so then the 2.4 should be faster.
There is another trick I learned about WiFi routers: Instead of using passwords for looking strangers out which slows down your reception because it checks password availability for each block of data first and then sends it which takes time, so instead of using password you can use MAC Address that every device have and is easy to find in settings ( you'll find 2 MAC Addresses, one for Bluetooth and one for WiFi which is the one you want ), any way instead of using passwords you use Allow Only This MAC addresses which yes you have to enter each devices own MAC Address but it's worth it, when you search for WiFi signal you'll see yours without a lock logo but nobody will be able to connect unless you added their MAC Address which is kind of cool because if you did connecting without a password is nice and because your router is like mine you can add a guest account which on that one you use a password.
I'm not sure if I was understandable but I hope you'll get it.
Also about the channels ( usually there are 12 ) I would try one by one no matter how much traffic you see because it's not always the traffic which messes things out, sometimes it's some signal from a neighbor garage door or cordless phone ( whatever it is ) which messes with your signal and there is no traffic or great signal showing, that's why trying all channels one at a time is the best and even then it's not always perfect because time of the day or which day it is also effect things, even satellites passing over.
I have seen what you would call the perfect router it comes with 3,5 or 7 parts and those parts are not repeaters if you unplug one the whole system stop working, what it really does is actually makes the whole house a router, it's amazing but you'll have to pay over $1,000 for the 2 piece and close to $2,000 for the 7 pieces or something close to those prices because it's a new invention which I've seen in a new gadgets conversion show.
And by the way right now my WiFi Speed is up to 76Mgs/62Mgs that's because here we got ADSL Connection not DSL, the A means Asymmetrical which changes all the time depending on what you are doing, in fact one Suplier just laid fiber optics in my city which guarantees 200Mgs up and down for the price I'm paying now using copper wires offering 100Mgs but copper can't move data that fast and the only reason I'm getting the great speed that I do is because I'm not far from one of their transmitting stations ( like a mile away ) my mom got the same service exactly as mine and she only gets up to 40Mgs because she lives 5 miles away from me which is 6 from the transmitter station and old copper wires, fiber optics is the way to go or satellites which is way to expensive.
Sorry I started mumble.
no little custom box, cell phone
You are wrong.
The primary differences between the two frequencies are the range (coverage) and bandwidth (speed) that the bands provide. The 2.4 GHz band provides coverage at a longer range but transmits data at slower speeds. The 5 GHz band provides less coverage but transmits data at faster speeds.
@odedo1 Mac filtering, which is what you have described above, doesn't work. A simple Wifi Analyzer app can sniff out wifi signals and display the mac numbers. Then you can easily spoof the mac number and get it. Worst of all, without a password protecting your router, once the mac number has been spoofed, anyone can get into the administration webpage of the router. 😨
First, I know this video is old, so it may not be important to bring this up. Just a small heads up, the Apple airport does have a 5G network. I own an original Airport Extreme and it works really well even today and on 5G. Right where you select the channel, on the drop-down above where it has 802.11.n and so on, you can select 5G only. Oh and great video 👍
I have an access point with the SSID "GET OFF MY LAN"
live right behind metro.
loto places
My SSID is "Porn Portal"
A couple years ago I bought a Black Ford Explorer Sport, the ones that look like the cop cars. It has WIFI built in. It's SSID is "FBI-Van-3"
Thanks for the tip on installing the router up hi
Steve, I'm a freelance computer/network tech and interested to know where you got the info about wifi working better being higher up? Also, should be worth noting that repeaters and powerline ethernet are NOTORIOUSLY flaky.
Thanks for sharing the link to the analyzer app!
Your videos is awesome and informative. I had subscribe and keep learning each day without given up.
Great video, changed channel as suggested but no better signal...I'll keep trying...great info!
My boyfriends mom once got onto me when i came to their place because she thought i was "hacking the wifi" when they had an unsecured network.
Hi all, I'll help out some of you. (I'm pretty experienced in this topic, networking and computer engineering)
For one, you can unplug your router/modem. This will clear out all cached data and protocols. Including emptying out the ram in the device and free up space where the modem/router gives out IPs to every device that's connected to your wifi.
Next, go into your router's settings, try mess around with the network settings such as reserve bandwidth for a device if you have many on your home network.
Third, There are too many phones, tablets, laptops, desktops, echo dots; etc, on your network. Try to remove some people in your mengement settings of your router. If you can't than just change your password, this will kick everybody off and it'll force you to put in a password.
Fourth, Use a network cable. This will remove the radio signela. You'll get faster speeds as it doesn't have to retrieve data in air. and plus you don't have to enter in a password to enter in the network.
**Now there is some other things but i'm just too lazy rn, just reply to this comment and hopefully I won't be lazy then.**
why can I only get up to 100mbps on 2.4? I get 235 (im paying for 200 from my isp) on 5g and wired. 2.4 uses 802.11n. Is this wifi mode capped at 100? Also, im using the dlink ac2600 and the theoretical max 2.4 speed is 800mbps with this router.
I'm living hell I have 3 smart lights an Google home 1 TV 2 pcs 1 xbox 1 tablet 1 smartphone only in my room and there is more 3 rooms that are renting and my internet is 30mb and the Router don't have 5hz no external antena and I can't access the modem menu even when reset and every half hour or so it goes down for 3 min I'm thinking about the Asus 1200g+ does it hold?
Another solution to the problem: Just reset your router once/day (unplug power and replug back after 15 seconds). This can be very easily automatically done by plugging router in a timer to go "off" and come back "on" within minutes. Best time to do is in middle of night when all are asleep. I have done this and it works.
Thanks for the info! I appreciate it.
Hey man. Not sure if you’re still active with your networking but adding Pi-Hole on a raspberry pi will get rid of all of those terrible ads and trackers and, in turn, free up more bandwidth and increase speed.
When your upload speed ? is 1.48 and your download speed? is 1.30 there's no use trying to speed up your wi fi as we have in rural Greenville Texas. That's what I've found out.
here's a great way to solve your wifi issues - get rid of it - hardwire where ever you can - especially for TV
I was thinking the same but the video is 5year old
Ethernet is much much more reliable than WiFi. That is why when working I never use WiFi in case there is interference and I lose my connection.
I use Speedtest the same one you use and I live in Louisville Ky I ping everyone customer off of Cincinnati Ohio because of the congestion issues the upload speeds for say 60mps will give me up and over 70mps and download is over 5-6 pings around 49
What if you don't have a router only the Isp modem? There isn't much I can do with it to be honest.
I miss the good old days whey they hid the power switch on the back of the computer to keep stupid people off of it.
John Schlicker HA
Finally, the channel tip worked. Went from 5 mbps to 23 mbps. (I have 25/10 service btw)
+Skelly Man™ Awesome, that is a huge increase!
dottotech I know ^-^. Thanks ;)
+dottotech Sir,
i need your help,i hacked a access point with "kali linux" (my neighbour's) , and i'm using it from few days....
But today the webpage of broadband provider opened suddenly and it is telling that "you have exceeded fair usage limit provided and will continue to browse at reduced speeds,if you want to renew to faster speed then do the "topup"...
Then, i saw that i was logged in as a user and i done a recharge of 20 GB.."
I am afraid what will happen when they will came to know about this (by any way-either when they will see the BILL or they will call their EXPERT.
what will i do now help me please..is there any data saved from my computer..NEED HELP
+vivek gangwar that's illegal buddy
vivek gangwar yeah, that's illegal. You just have to tell the truth, srry mate
What if you turn the router upside down in the basement?? WHAAAAAT, THAT JUST HAPPENED!
+Luis Ramirez Brilliant!
Interesting.....
+Luis Ramirez Depends on the kind of antennas you are using too. There are unidirectional, omnidirectional, etc. Wifi antennas.
anyone tried it yet ??
Luis Ramirez You Should Write A Book
WOW, this really helped me a lot with the wifi thanks .
Very interesting, Steve. I learned a lot. Thanks for posting. I burst out laughing on the "dad" name. I sent your video on to my hubby, he is the one that is to "blame" for our wifi LOL
Kristina Krumm I am glad you found it useful! Live the SSID humour.....
So my WiFi works if you plug it into the eather net port but the net gear box itself won’t connect to the internet do you have any clue what’s wrong and should I buy a new router box?
plz update your programs this is from 2014 thank you
Little tip. If your signal strength goes above -44dbm the connection quality decreases.
The funniest SSID I encountered was "WiFi_Of_Big_Russian_Boss" :D
I purchased the Netgear XR500 gaming router two years ago, nothing but trouble, tried hooking a ip phone though it could never get it to work even after going on the Netgear Blog and asking techies for help, Netgear wants big $$$ to give you any support.
Rather late to this party, but I got $0.02:
I'm SHOCKED (and rather disappointed) dude didn't go into antennas, which are far cheaper than repeaters. WIFI antennas generally employ a R-SMA (Reverse-SMA) coax connetor. Before buying all that, you can get a cheap (
I took the opportunity to run CAT5 cable around the house when we were doing a basement renovation. It's all routed back to a utility closet in the basement. That covers Apple TV, two consoles and my son's laptop who swears a wired connection gives him a better ping rate ( mainly because he's in a WiFi dead zone ). Thanks for the tip - I'll try the router upstairs. I would have thought the signal was omnidirectional? I wonder if there is some kind of interference with the ground? All our devices have Hogwarts names and the WiFi is "The Owlery".
Sean Lavery Love it Sean! there is something about the security of a cable! I still haywire in when I am doing podcasts and webinars.
When you turn on the download speed of internet. And it goes up to the speed you want. My question is how can that be trusted because I don't know if there is another way of testing their speed.
the best WiFi name I found was the White Van parked outside your house
DriveWare Transportation Software mine was get your own internet
I enjoyed "NSA Surveillance Unit #188"
I have used "FBI surveillance Van" for years
i get the same white van
in MI.
captain morgan mine is FBI Van
Dear Mr. Steve,
Please answer below question, this is regarding 2nd router(as a
extender) and cable internet..
1. if i connect 2nd router from Main router, the wifi speed of Main
router will slow? or reducing the speed?
2.I connect 2nd router from Main router and i put internet cable to
laptop through 2nd router.. the wifi speed signal of Main router will
make it slow? or decreasing the wifi speed signal?
3. Is the cable(wire) can stable the internet connection? without
affecting the Main router wifi speed signal?
you're answer will be a great help to maximize my existing internet
connection.
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Sad thing is about these youtube videos, they seem to never get back to the serious questions.
I have NETGEAR Nighthawk, but my WiFi dies whenver my actual internet connection drops or resets... ie: I can't see the router at all if the internet drops out...
But it's ok @dottotech Steve, because I have told my family to also blame YOU when our 'WiFi' doesn't work. That will take the pressure away from me.
I am in Western Australia, so I am sure you won't get too many calls.
:). Thanks for all the tips
My Linksys Velop does the same
37mbs is moderate speed, i tought in US the speeds will be higher, I am in Sydney and i get more than 50mbps + 13mbps constantly, I got netflix HD, xbox..ps4, various other devices connected and network seldom lags & We dont pay extra for speeds.
alot of americans have awful speed and here we pay extra for everything
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I saved your time!
I don’t why I watched this.... but i did and man I want a nighthawk so bad!
It is a pretty good router
Super useful, great vid and easy to understand. Thank you!
Glad t helped.
Very informative. Thanks for sharing your knowledge, sir.
150 down 25 up. its nice and only 20 bucks cause I work for my isp company
Thanks a lot.
Excellent video and explanatory ! I also use these programs to learn more about the wi-fi .
Vitor - Brazil.
I have like 5 routers in a normal size house (just we have a lot of interferences from commercial hotspots etc) and actually I have a decent signal from one in the basement which is the worst no name btw than regular one upstairs :P
Please don't be misleading! Your internet connection speed (line speed) is measured through your router. If you test your connection on your device, you're ONLY seeing the speed THAT device receives. Therefore, you must log into your router to see what the true internet speed is. Then, testing your WiFi or Ethernet connection speed will show the difference. For example, you may have a line speed of 70 Mbps to your router and a WiFi speed of 8 Mbps, and doing a speed test would make you think your internet is slow. Before you rage to you ISP - check the line speed to the router. If that speed is above the minimum speed you have been sold as part of your package, then your issue is WiFi related and you may troubleshoot further. Otherwise, you need to speak with your ISP to get the fault corrected.
Where is the WiFi analyzer for apple. I can’t find one? Thx
djtoo7 only available for android
We have okay internet in the house but very little/none mostly in our garage which isn't that far from the house. We invested in a very expensive new router (DLink 3200), all the bells and whistles, HD even, hoping to sort this issue out. But we still have none in our garage! Is it a case of the router needing to be set up and tweaked or do we STILL need an extender of some kind. I thought the grunty new router would instantly solve this issue!
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I work for a cable company and from what I see in the field WiFi travels out and up better than down
Eric Williamsonmy bad
my bad!
I think I need help putting the right setting in the right way for my zenbooster. Like what to do and how to do it steps by steps. All the videos go too fast for me to follow are even write down the procedures. Such as, Unhide your ssid????????????????
It seems like I'm getting ddos attacks via Netflix and it's causing my wifi to drop...but, only in the evening. Like, after 11pm when I'm trying to relax. Anybody have recommendations? It's like clockwork, this dropped wifi...
I have four SSID: Copperhead, Cottonmouth, Black Mamba, Bill
thank you sir
I'm passing on a warning: Netgear Nighthawk router blocks KODI streaming media app data. I just bought the AX12 model. It is set up correctly as far as I know because all other internet apps work great. But KODI streams will not play at all; they won't even load after the main app is running. I connected to my second router in my home and KODI works just fine. I tried this with a 2018 Windows 10 PC and a Samsung Galaxy Note 10 smartphone. I've never had an issue playing KODI on either machine, but both stop streaming KODI addon channels as soon as I connect to the AX12 router.
-What did you do to the W...
reboots repeater
-You're a genius!
Sigh indeed.
Ssid - Broke ass wifi
Ssid - Witness Protection Fam