i have this product but it is very slow. changed password. still slow. is there a booster i can add or can i upgrade the modem? any help.
262122
We are having the same problem with our wireless as well. Went from speeds of 14mbs to 1mbs. Wired fluctuates between 10-20mbs. Century Link will check the lines, but research is showing that an AP is suggested.
262123
First, log onto the modem and check the connection speeds indicated. If too low based on your contract with the DSL provider, contact them to do a remote line check. If bandwidth is good coming into the modem, check for a traffic issue on whatever the modem connects to. It's possible a switch is slowing things up. Often a gigabit switch to replace an older 10/100 switch will work to speed up your LAN.
262124
F. M. Orcutt is correct. The first steps in troubleshooting is to check the line connection quality. These modems do work, provided you are within a reasonable distance of the central office switch. Generally that must be less than 10,000 cable route feet. The line quality is also important. CL has been offering this service in some areas over lines that have not been inspected for decades. If the line pair quality is low (noise, water, unbalanced), or you are at the outer edge of the range, you might have to live with it. Before you do, have your DSL supplier do line checks and check your line speed yourself by plugging a computer directly into the actiontec and doing internet speed checks on a variety of servers. Once you have that information, call your line supplier, if the speed checks are substantially lower than your contract rates. If there is a line problem, and they have spare line pairs (they usually do) have them switch those pairs out with a new set. If the problem is in the final drop to your house, then you may be stuck with it, or have to have the line to your NIU replaced. The supplier won't be eager to do this.
262125
This is a good modem it is primarily used For CenturyLinks High speed DSL,Make sure your using the right modem for the Type of DSL you Have and if your able to increase your DSL speeds if available in your area This should solve your problem,in the worst case scenario you will need to downgrade your Modem to a slower speed DSL Modem which is Cheaper than this one exchange it get some money back Talk to your ISP,they are an excellent source of the set up and equipment you will need.Set up is a breeze or it should Be.Have a Good one and a speedy internet connection Bye.
648443
it will improve if configured correctly. My modem and the repeater shared the same home web address so it was awkward to configure following directions but it seems to be working now that I added it to my trendnet wi-fi routers page.
1383107
There is a very long review, dated October 18th, 2012 that explains it all. Try the auto install first. In my case it found a modem, but the wrong one. Look very carefully. If this is the wrong one, don't go any farther. Just call Xfinity and they will walk you through it. Make sure to tell them you want to port your number to the new modem. Although it was a process, it was worth it. Also make sure to call xfinity again after you have returned the modem to a service center. They have to be told to take the $7.00 monthly lease charge off your bill. I'm assuming you have comcast/xfinity.
887954
This drive is very slow. I'd look elsewhere. possibly one with a usb port as well to pull data off if you forget the network admin password. I wouldnt bother with this.
1561703
YES! I've reported this to Netgear support and all they want me to do is keep sending them proof of purchase information and what not, and not addressing the issue! I had a batch of routers come stock with firmware versions 1.2.0.16_40.0.66 & 1.2.0.32_40.0.74 and both give insanely poor wireless speed tests, barely over 1M. After I installed firmware version 1.2.0.28_40.0.72, then wireless speed tests matched wired tests. Hope this was helpful to anyone having the same issues!
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did you do the step to check the signal between the router and the repeater? That needs to be good. Also, what did you name it --- the book says name it different than the router (but pass through security). I notice sometimes with my Netgear it seems like it takes forever to connect --- other times it connects quickly. I'm leaning towards what the other reviewers say --- move the router so not to need the repeater. Previously I had a LinkSys repeater, it worked about the same, just ok at best.
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I had the same problem. Sent one back and got a replacement... Same problem. Also sent an email to the company about it and got no response. Also if you try and secure the network it doesn't work either. Still haven't been able to do it and I don't recommend anyone buying this product for those reasons.
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My wireless router is so slow. I can't get thru a short You Tube video without it hanging and loading every 2 minutes. I have Comcast cable and a Belkin Router. I only paid $29.95 for the router, is that the reason if two of us are trying to use the wifi it will only work for one person. Would I have the same hang with the movies, tv is I used this wireless router? I am not tech savvy at all. Thanks
1285991
Hi, maybe i am not the right person for you to ask this question now, cause i am actually having problems now. It was working fine, but for some other reasons, i needed to re install everything from Factory, and now is not working properly. I go a Little bit far from the router, and the speed goes down town. Hope my answer is usefull. Cheers
981075
Hello L,I have my VM setup via at&t; U-verse - I just press *98 and enter my password. Since I have two lines I have to landline accounts and that has two VM. It works good. I really like the big number pad
1561706
I had same problem. Wired connection gave me D-60MBPS, U-12MBPS and wireless gave me D-1MBPS, U- 12MBPS.. the internet was very slow. I followed Van Nguyen's advice to change the setup "You need to log into the router and go to the Advanced tab then go to Setup and QoS Setup. Uncheck Enable WMM (Wi-Fi multimedia) settings and apply" and i started getting D-22MBPS, U-12MBPS.. thanks!! hope this helps to others.
1251227
Hi, it is slow.. I did not use any other to compare, but this one is slow and every time you lose the signal, you need 4-5min to connect again.
1140827
Never had the problem, can you reset the modem (router) password? I would check on shortening the password as a sol
1585879
I have it with centurylink, actually had it. I scrapped it and purchased a netgear. It was useless for me.
1558917
Slightly but I would still stay away from this particular model and go with the newer version. When it was not in use and I turn on wifi it is quite slow connecting and I still can't use two wifi items without on being really slow. hope this got back to you in time
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Mine is super slow too...can't wait to hear your answer...but may just take it to Geek Squad...
1897858
Call customer service that is in the manual, they have great customer service. I had the same problem and I put mine on the network. They took control of my computer and had me going in minutes. The manual is useless in this area. I have had mine for over a year and very pleased with it.