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santagamezz
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04-29-2019, 08:58 PM
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Hi there, I recently moved into a new home and wanted a solid setup. I invested in a good router and modem since my only ISP is Xfinity. For the modem I used the Arris surfboard SB8200, and the router was the Netgear AX1800. We have gigabit internet from our provider, but I expected speeds above 300 Mbps right next to the device. Initially, after connecting everything, we got between 90-120 Mbps. After adjusting some settings in the router admin panel, we improved to about 350 Mbps for a short time. Then I tweaked things more and ended up back at around 100 Mbps despite changes. My main question is which settings should I focus on to boost speeds and which should stay the same?
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santagamezz
04-29-2019, 08:58 PM #1

Hi there, I recently moved into a new home and wanted a solid setup. I invested in a good router and modem since my only ISP is Xfinity. For the modem I used the Arris surfboard SB8200, and the router was the Netgear AX1800. We have gigabit internet from our provider, but I expected speeds above 300 Mbps right next to the device. Initially, after connecting everything, we got between 90-120 Mbps. After adjusting some settings in the router admin panel, we improved to about 350 Mbps for a short time. Then I tweaked things more and ended up back at around 100 Mbps despite changes. My main question is which settings should I focus on to boost speeds and which should stay the same?

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04-30-2019, 10:33 AM
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I'm not certain about the precise Netgear model, but it's a good idea to disable QoS. Verify if you're using 5GHz. Additionally, with Xfinity, make sure the coaxial cables are securely tightened at every connection point so everything connects properly.
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kolonelalex
04-30-2019, 10:33 AM #2

I'm not certain about the precise Netgear model, but it's a good idea to disable QoS. Verify if you're using 5GHz. Additionally, with Xfinity, make sure the coaxial cables are securely tightened at every connection point so everything connects properly.

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04-30-2019, 03:29 PM
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I’d connect straight to the router and perform a speed test to confirm the issue is with the internet connection. Just to rule out other problems, I want to ensure the Wi-Fi is functioning properly.
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Picdrex
04-30-2019, 03:29 PM #3

I’d connect straight to the router and perform a speed test to confirm the issue is with the internet connection. Just to rule out other problems, I want to ensure the Wi-Fi is functioning properly.

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04-30-2019, 05:00 PM
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Connect the modem straight to a computer and run a speed test. Verify the router isn’t causing the problem. Without Gig speeds after connecting the modem, check the configuration file or investigate potential signal issues.
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DeatPT
04-30-2019, 05:00 PM #4

Connect the modem straight to a computer and run a speed test. Verify the router isn’t causing the problem. Without Gig speeds after connecting the modem, check the configuration file or investigate potential signal issues.

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