The router restarts due to a reset command, which may have been triggered by an issue or configuration change.
The router restarts due to a reset command, which may have been triggered by an issue or configuration change.
Sharing this idea, an old PC paired with a couple of network cards can turn your consumer router into a basic wireless AP. Setting up a pfSense box as the router gives full management over traffic and strong firewall/ad blocking features. After testing it, you’ll be hooked. Check it out here: https://www.pfsense.org/
Generally, most players engage online with significantly higher ping values. Values below 150 are acceptable for casual or non-competitive games. Second, the person mentioned didn't discuss gaming and only referenced ping speeds. Third, if reactions were negative, silence would prevail. Ping levels also fluctuate widely due to various factors, and what's suitable for links depends heavily on the activity type. Without specific context, 50, 80, or even 300ms are all reasonable for ping performance.
I meant to talk about playing CS:GO. That's a game, specifically an FPS with competitive play. What bothered me about your comment was that it didn't offer any advice or details. It just made general statements and told me to stop talking. If you're trying to boost your forum activity elsewhere, that might be a better approach.
I've got the newest Archer C50 firmware updated. I'm hoping for a future update that brings the C7 dd-wrt firmware to the C50.
I understand you heard about Level1Tech repurposing an old PC into a router, but that's not something you can do yourself. Appreciate the suggestion!
The issue isn't worth worrying about. A small extra delay of 20ms isn't significant, especially since it's a wireless connection. Many factors affect latency on Wi-Fi—number of devices, signal strength, traffic types, etc. Resetting the router only temporarily fixes things and doesn’t solve the problem long-term. It’s just how wireless communication works. You’ll need to either accept the 20ms delay or invest in a better router with stronger antennas.
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Normal latency is typically 20ms to 30ms, so that’s a clear deviation. The ping doesn’t rise after the reset, indicating a persistent issue rather than a simple disconnection. Multiple antennas aren’t related to the problem. Earlier help was useful, especially clearing NVRAM on the router. Some people just repeat their own ideas without substance, which isn’t helpful.
Certainly, multiple antennas on a router that supports MU-MIMO can significantly improve performance, provided your devices also support it. The concept involves sending and receiving data simultaneously across several devices thanks to MU-MIMO and the presence of multiple antennas. Many routers feature 6 or more antennas—typically three for receiving and three for transmitting—plus additional ones for pinpointing device locations to direct signals more effectively. This technology enhances speed by allowing parallel data streams, which is especially useful in environments with many connected devices.
I value your perspective once more. I understand the antenna's purpose but wasn't sure how it connected to my issue about reduced ping after a reset. I’d like to try playing with a hardwired setup, even though I have to accept a less than ideal setup. My position relative to Valve servers is around 50ms, which is the smallest I’ve ever experienced. When I join the same servers, latency jumps to nearly double, making it really frustrating. Most players I compete against have under 50ms unless they’re from Latin America. Thank you again for providing a helpful and practical suggestion instead of just offering general advice.
Instead of focusing on personal criticism, explore how wireless technology functions and its impact. This isn’t about resetting NVRAM; it’s about devices losing connection and needing time to reestablish. Not all gadgets reconnect instantly. I’ve noticed many smart TVs that are out of range still have poor signals and slow performance after a reset. As kirashi mentioned, using multiple antennas improves both MIMO performance and signal reception quality. Thank you for clarifying the issue in context. You’re choosing between addressing the problem directly or opting for a router with better antenna support. Did you mean to ignore further discussion about this? Or are you still confused about what I intended? Yes, the challenge isn’t a simple software fix—it may require hardware adjustments like a multi-antenna router.