Issues with the new router and widespread problems everywhere
Issues with the new router and widespread problems everywhere
So initially, the router I got is a Netgear r6700v3 AC1750 NIGHTHAWK. I purchased it for two main reasons: to utilize its QoS features and to slightly boost my internet speed. However, after installation, the connection feels slower than before. Compared to my old setup with just the standard ATT router/modem, the current performance is noticeably reduced. There’s buffering during streaming—like Netflix—and also while watching live streams.
For gaming, especially in Modern Warfare on PS4, the NAT type is moderate rather than open, and my speeds on the console are only about half of what I see on speedtest.net. Additionally, Counter Strike on my PC is experiencing lag. It seems something might be affecting the router settings or possibly interference from the default gateway.
The connection quality isn’t great even though the cables are fine, walls are thin, and there’s no obvious obstruction. I live in a small apartment, but I’ve checked that my ISP gateway has never had such issues before. Also, my PS4 uses an Ethernet cable (CAT5e), so some people might think it’s the Wi-Fi channels, but I confirmed with a Wi-Fi analyzer that my channels are separate from neighbors.
I disabled QoS features like WMM, Upstream QoS, and Downstream QoS, switched to NAT filtering (from secured to open), and even tried setting the router in bridge mode via IP passthrough. However, results were inconsistent—DMZ plus mode helped a bit but still didn’t fix the problem. I also attempted to run the router as an AP using my new router’s AP mode, but internet speeds remained poor.
I’m unsure what’s causing this and am considering reverting back to the default ISP gateway just to simplify things. If anyone can point out any settings that might be affecting performance or suggest better ways to configure the router with the ISP gateway, I’d really appreciate it.
Absolutely, I get it. It can be really confusing with Netgear gear. I've had two R7000 routers and mostly used them as simple switches or for testing third-party software. The main issue is that you often toggle off important security settings like DMZ, UPnP, and NAT filtering, which leaves your network exposed. I’d recommend turning those back on until you’re sure everything else is fixed. Also, check if your gateway has its own Wi-Fi access point—can you disable it and connect via a wired link? If not, there might be some manual steps needed to switch roles between router and modem.