I have two identical dw621 routers. One always works fine the other if not used for several months fails to want to run. What would cause this
2090287
I do not "yet" have this problem. But I have read about it. Some have noted a common problem with a failing speed-control module: http://www.htguide.com/forum/showthread.php?39528-DeWalt-DW621-issuesHope this helps.
2090288
these routers appear to have a problem with their electronic switches. Mine went bad, DeWalt wanted almost full purchase price to repair. I would buy a Bosh 2hp in the future. I purchased a 3 1/4 hp Hitachi for about $200. It is heavy, but has great power at a great price.
2090289
The problem I had was the magnet ring (which is part of the electronic speed control feedback) came off when I had it installed in a router table, I simply epoxyed it back on, and have never had another problem. This router with all its features is the best plunge router money can buy.
349925
I'm seeing the same behavior. Started last week. No luck rebooting or resetting my wireless router and cable modem.
1650599
The bad news is that there is a problem with DHCP on this router, requiring frequent power cycling. The good news is that the opensource dd-wrt firmware completely solves this problem, and adds a bunch of new features to the router. You won't need to, but with the dd-wrt firmware installed you could configure the router to auto-reboot. For more info, see my review:
1333692
Keep in mind that any piece of electronic equipment can and will break.In my personal experience, I have had my router since Feb of 2013 and I can tell you that it works perfectly for me. No issues.
1119591
If the router has up to date software you should be able to load it without to many problems.I bought one the software was not current so I had to contact their help staff. They had me up and running within a half hour.
149096
The bad news is that there is a problem with DHCP on this router, requiring frequent power cycling. The good news is that the opensource dd-wrt firmware completely solves this problem, and adds a bunch of new features to the router. You won't need to, but with the dd-wrt firmware installed you could configure the router to auto-reboot. For more info, see my review:http://www.amazon.com/review/R1GNF11WAIUPJS/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm
78465
I have gone through 2 of them that lasted just outside of the warranty period, so I do not consider this a good product. I switched to Asus routers, and have had better luck so far.
1147951
I had a similar problem. A few days later my router went out completely. I replaced the router and it worked well.
829340
It lost wifi on one occasion and hasn't since, a friend explained to me that if I restarted my router that could fix the problem. And since then I haven't had any issues. I've been using it at work and its been fine all day.
1099633
My best guess is one of em is an older model. I can tell you that, have been using this unit 6 to 10 hours everday almost a month now. No complaints from it yet. Either of em will work just fine.
626391
I've had mine since 7/28/13 and have not regretted buying it even once. No problems whatsoever in that time. Might be the first router that I can say that about over a year later.
2260749
Mine works flawlessly:) Just make sure your router hase the latest firmware!
1110828
You're fortunate it lasted that long.The router is garbage.Get another different one.
349805
Did the routers die or were the power adapters to blame? I had a trusty old Linksys (now Cisco) router (BEFSX41 ver. 2) stop working after 4 years because the power adapter had degraded over time, which caused it to output an increasing voltage (over 50%). Eventually my Linksys router died due to being cooked by its own power supply! That is what a digital multimeter can show, if you have the curiosity to dig deeper. I suspect that many router deaths are attributable to poor (cheap) power adapters that should stop functioning when they output more than 20% higher than the desired voltage output. Did the routers die or were the power adapters to blame? I had a trusty old Linksys (now Cisco) router (BEFSX41 ver. 2) stop working after 4 years because the power adapter had degraded over time, which caused it to output an increasing voltage (over 50%). Eventually my Linksys router died due to being cooked by its own power supply! That is what a digital multimeter can show, if you have the curiosity to dig deeper. I suspect that many router deaths are attributable to poor (cheap) power adapters that should stop functioning when they output more than 20% higher than the desired voltage... » Read More Did the routers die or were the power adapters to blame? I had a trusty old Linksys (now Cisco) router (BEFSX41 ver. 2) stop working after 4 years because the power adapter had degraded over time, which caused it to output an increasing voltage (over 50%). Eventually my Linksys router died due to being cooked by its own power supply! That is what a digital multimeter can show, if you have the curiosity to dig deeper. I suspect that many router deaths are attributable to poor (cheap) power adapters that should stop functioning when they output more than 20% higher than the desired voltage output. « Show Less
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I don't know. never had a problem with mine and I have 2 of them. Maybe a bad connection
123805
Mine seems to. I have had my router go on and off several times and have never had to reset the device.
73745
With my old faulty unit, every time I use the router management utility, i had to restart many times. With the new unit, I simply did not update firmware and it looks fine so far