i love to watch series online and i just bought this router.but i am experiencing a buffer while i am watching online?
1836943
I returned this router due to too many connectivity issues. I recommend the Asus RT-N56U. I has worked great.
1836944
Try updating to the latest firmware first. Mine never buffers that I have noticed and I am able to watch netflix in super hd through a blu ray player. I have Cox cable.
1836945
I assume you are accessing wireless, I have run into this problem once with whole home DirectTV. Just made sure It was connected to this router and my IPAD used an ID from that router (ex. WD75000).
1836946
We use this router in conjunction with a Roku to watch streamed shows and movies. There seems to be a buffer, and once in a while a show will pause if the streaming is slow. I assume that is a problem with the signal entering our house from iur Internet provider, and not the router.
1836947
I noticed the closer to the router the speed was faster. You might want to consider moving the router closer to the location you are watching the streaming.
2265996
I do not notice any better performance in buffering. Generally speaking if you have a small bandwidth you will get drop outs on occasion with this unit. That being said all other units I have tested for internet streaming do the same...
1694142
The only time I have buffering issues is when I watch news videos on Fox other web sites, but it doesn't happen very often.
1308036
I have read elsewhere that you have to add what you want to watch to your Instant Queue in order to be able to watch it "On Demand" on certain devices.. perhaps this is the case with this unit? This other review noted that you were not able to search and begin streaming from those units. I believe this was a TV review I was reading, with something like NetCast installed. It might be worth a try.. add something to your Instant Queue and see if will let you start playing it.
705198
I don't have a slow Netflix problem, but I do have a "flashing black screen" problem. This appears as an occasional flickering or a short blackout. Otherwise, the streaming is the best I have seen so far.
1229989
Sorry, no any idea unless your router is too far from the TV or perhaps try tightening all the cable/router/STB/TV connections.
247839
I have streamed tv shows (some in 3D), documentaries, series (such as Boondocks), live programmes and movies and it runs so smooth as if I am watching cable. All you need to be concerned about is if your internet is fast enough. It is an awesome tv and I think u should definitely get it, you won't regret it!
245159
Yes I have! I have a 6 year old Netgear router (need to get a newer one) and a $30-40 CISCO USB wireless adapter plugged into the WD Media Player. My computer is in the back of the house connected to the router/internet.My video streams perfectly, no skipping or buffering, just continuous uninterrupted streaming. I don't know what I can say to help.. You tried the automatic detection? Must be that your network has an issue. Is the YouTube software working but not able to see files on your computer?
1871371
On my on experience.......I have a Roku 3 connected to my internet router with this cable and I have not had any problems of buffering issues with Netflix, Vudu, or any other video streaming service. IMO, yes, this cable is an excellent choice for streaming video content.
775523
In most cases buffering and failure to connect to server are internet issues. A Wi-Fi signal booster will help. I purchased a Amped Wireless for about $85 and have not had any buffering issues since. This should solve your problem
1731495
Judith, I have run into some issues with playing the videos lately, but I believe it's my internet provider. It is possible that people walking between the router and the Wifi adapter may cause breaks in play when you are watching the video remotely. I'm going to plug an HDMI cable directly into the router today and see if there are breaks. I'm guessing it's my internet, not the device.
1840845
Watching netflix, the playback is choppy. It is as if the hardware can't keep up. It isn't our internet, we watch netflix on a variety of WiFi devices in this house and it works great on all of them. Everything is updated, I have not been able to resolve it. I'm very disappointed.
307986
Sorry to split hairs, but the server issues are on Netflix's end. Netflix has had server issues since they upgraded the interface the first week of June (they've since stopped rolling it out to all users). It seems to only happen during prime viewing hours though. If you are having problems with services other than netflix and at odd hours I'd look for another problem, either with the roku box itself, your router, or your ISP. I haven't experienced problems with other services but I don't use Amazon on Demand. There may be a correlation between netflix and amazon as I read netflix migrated to Amazon's servers. Try some of the other channels to determine if it's a problem with anything else (nasa tv? pandora? etc). Netflix's engineers are struggling to find the correct content to display on their main screen without overloading the servers, it changes almost daily. I expect they'll get it resolved soon but it's been a bad couple weeks for them. For more information check rokulab's user forum: http://forums.rokulabs.com/viewforum.php?f=28
231400
I have only noticed a minor motion 'jerkiness' on a couple of TV shows, but I attribute it to my satellite receiver, otherwise Sports in HD and DVD viewing are phenomenal! I will look into the owners manual, to see if I can find anything. You say it is intermittent...for all viewing or on certain shows? Also, are you viewing via cable or satellite?
1875843
I have also been having problems with my roku player. My boyfriend got it for me for christmas and it constantly cuts off my shows. I have tried restarting it and my network with no success. I have had this issue with Netflix, and crackle. My Netflix on my computer and my phone works fine wirelessly but the roku acts up all the time. I can't remember the last time I watched a show or movie for more than 10 minutes before I was kicked off back to my menu screen. I will try plugging in the ethernet directly and see if that works, but I am very disappointed and I feel chagrined for my boyfriend that this Christmas gift is essentially kaput! Any other ideas please let me know! I have also been having problems with my roku player. My boyfriend got it for me for christmas and it constantly cuts off my shows. I have tried restarting it and my network with no success. I have had this issue with Netflix, and crackle. My Netflix on my computer and my phone works fine wirelessly but the roku acts up all the time. I can't remember the last time I watched a show or movie for more than 10 minutes before I was kicked off back to my menu screen. I will try plugging in the ethernet directly and see if that works, but I am very disappointed and I feel chagrined for my... » Read More I have also been having problems with my roku player. My boyfriend got it for me for christmas and it constantly cuts off my shows. I have tried restarting it and my network with no success. I have had this issue with Netflix, and crackle. My Netflix on my computer and my phone works fine wirelessly but the roku acts up all the time. I can't remember the last time I watched a show or movie for more than 10 minutes before I was kicked off back to my menu screen. I will try plugging in the ethernet directly and see if that works, but I am very disappointed and I feel chagrined for my boyfriend that this Christmas gift is essentially kaput! Any other ideas please let me know! « Show Less
1696316
I have a cable modem and I occasionally have quality problems. I haven't figured out yet if the trouble is with my network, the player or Netflix. Sometimes I'll get a message saying that the connection is too poor to even connect, so I click OK, reconnect, and generally it loads at high quality. Or sometimes it will load at medium quality so I'll stop the playback so it will load again. More often than not it loads the second time at high quality. It's kind of quirky.I can't answer your question, but thought I'd share my experience. Oh, and I have a 46" Samsung tv.
724130
Not sure what you mean. I get this with old "B" movies on some of the channels. This is from the quality of the movie- very bad old style film. I don't get it on other channels. The other thing it could be is that your internet, modem, or router isn't fast enough. Check its speed. There should be an app for that. Good luck