“Range I bought this router to replace a 2011 Netgear N600 that went out. The wireless range of the Netgear reached my detached office and upstairs bedroom. This router does not.. The Best Buy Salesman said this router should have significantly better range. I am seeing far less range. Is there something I can try to fix the range issue before I return it? If I do return this one, any suggestions on what I should get to improve the range compared to the old Netgear?”
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I have the same problem and I think it is a deficiency of this product
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I did exact same thing and having exact same problem. Best Buy salesman told me same thing he told you. I'm going back to my old Netgear.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Get a wireless extender from the same brand name , change to channel 11 in settings ,try to use the 5 GHz band just for the HD streaming boxes,tablets ,avoid metal objects in from of the router ,try to place in a center area where the signal can be free of interference .
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.First upgrade firmware. Make sure the power output level is high, I would try switching to low first then back to high to ensure it is changing. Make sure you are using the 2.4 GHz band since the 5GHz will not reach out as far as your old one.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.the belkin ac 750 has great range and good to excellent wi fi signal in every room.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.When this one works - it has great range, however I've had terrible luck with Netgear Nighthawk routers dropping their signals and needing frequent resets. Their customer service requires you to send hardware failure routers back to them at your cost , and they send you back a refurb router that may or may not be in good shape. I prefer the TP-Link Archer C8. It seems like its range on paper should be less, but it's actually faster, about the same range, and much more stable. It's also got a 2 year warranty.
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