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    I boughtght Netgear 18 wireless router, on connecting, it asks me for a password, how can I resolve this?

    I bought a Netgear 18 wireless router, trying to connect it asks for a password, how can I solve this problem?
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    A Port-Forwarding Primer

    What port forwarding is, how it can help your home network and how to do it yourself. A Port-Forwarding Primer : Read more
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    Solved! How to Hard Reset wireless router

    I have TP LINK wireless router model MR-3220. Reset button is not working & there is permanent lock symbol on the display, There is no way to communicate with the router & cant open the web page. There are only two lights on the display, ie. power & lock symbol. I read somewhere in the forum...
  4. Paul Wagenseil

    Most Routers Have Terrible Security, But There’s One That Doesn’t Suck

    Not one of 28 widely used home Wi-Fi routers have anything close to acceptable security, a new report finds. Most Routers Have Terrible Security, But There’s One That Doesn’t Suck : Read more
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    How do I get a second smart tv to connect to the wireless router? It ask me for my password but wont accept it . Im entering t

    How do I get a second smart tv to connect to the wireless router ? I was asked for the password which is on the router itself but it wont accept it.
  6. Paul Wagenseil

    How to Factory-Reset Your Router

    The Russian VPNFilter malware infects many home Wi-Fi routers. Here are reset instructions for the most popular router brands. How to Factory-Reset Your Router : Read more
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    Netgear Nighthawk X6S EX8000 Review: The Wi-Fi Extender to Beat

    Bigger can be better when it comes to filling in the gaps in your home's Wi-Fi network. Netgear's Nighthawk X6S tri-band Wi-Fi mesh extender has the power to blast data farther and fill pesky dead zones. It's expensive but potentially more than worth it. Netgear Nighthawk X6S EX8000 Review: The...
  8. Roshen

    Connect PC to Android via WLAN?

    Hi! I've been using Shareit for few months now. And while I'm transferring data to my phone, it goes from 'Connected' to 'Connected, but no internet'. Since the router is in a different room, data transfer isn't that fast either (Haven't reached 1MBps yet). Is there any way I can connect my PC...
  9. Paul Wagenseil

    FBI Is Wrong: All Routers Need to Be Reset, Here's What to Do

    Reset your router, because it may have been infected by Russian hackers. We've got instructions on how to do this. FBI Is Wrong: All Routers Need to Be Reset, Here's What to Do : Read more
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    Wireless connection issues

    My Samsung Smart TV can see my Netgear wireless router, but is unable to see my windows 8.1 PC where all my media files are stored. It worked perfectly until I had a computer problem that forced me to reload my OS windows 8.1. Any ideas on how to get my 2.4 and 5 connections to my PC back?
  11. henrytcasey

    Apple Kills AirPort Routers: What to Do Now

    After years of ignoring its Wi-Fi router hardware, Apple has made it official: the company is discontinuing its AirPort line of products. Apple Kills AirPort Routers: What to Do Now : Read more
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    Authentication error occurred

    I recently purchased TL-WR940N wireless router and have successfully connected my desktop to the internet but when I try to connect my android tablet, I get an authentication error. How do I resolve this? I have done the modem and router reset but still get the error
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    Netgear Nighthawk X6S Review: Custom Gaming Performance

    Looking for the best of everything in a router? Netgear's Nighthawk X6S delivers tri-band technology, speed and a slew of features. Netgear Nighthawk X6S Review: Custom Gaming Performance : Read more
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    Linksys EA8300 Max Stream: Great Performance for the Price

    Despite having short range, the Linksys EA8300 Max Stream delivers excellent speed at a good price. Linksys EA8300 Max Stream: Great Performance for the Price : Read more
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    Slow WiFi but only on Laptop, perfect on other devices

    Hello, I bought new WiFi adapter- TP- Link AC 1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router Archer C7. Internet speed is going really slow on my HP laptop but fast on other devices like phones other laptops and TV. I check it here: http://www.speedtest.net/ I tried literally everything.. My router...
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    Looking for Long Distance Wireless Router

    I am in a stuation in which my business is located about 300' from the local cafeteria/pool hall, where I spend a fair amount of time. I'm looking for a wireless router that will send my signal that distance, allowing me to conduct business while at that location. I know such is possible, as...
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    Linksys WRT 32X Review: Router Makes Gaming a Priority

    With a design aimed at reducing the network lag for gamers, the Linksys WRT 32X combines a Killer Prioritization engine to apportion a home's bandwidth with a quick setup and an excellent interface. Alas, this yields mediocre performance. Linksys WRT 32X Review: Router Makes Gaming a Priority...
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    Norton Core Router Review

    Not only is the Norton Core a high-performance router that pumps out the data, but it inspects every data packet entering your network. Norton Core Router Review : Read more
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    recommended wi-fi mode on home network

    My wireless router is an older model (AT&T branded) Netgear Versalink 7550 model B90 It provides options for the below-listed wi-fi modes: 1) 11b only 2) 11g only 3) mixed 11b and 11g 4) 11n only 5) mixed 11b, 11g & 11n My Toshiba S55 C-5274 uses an Intel AC 7265 wireless adapter. It may set to...
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    how often does a 'turned off' smart tv ping the wireless router

    I was recently told by a provider that the reason I was a getting 3-4 Mbps wireless signal on my testbed laptop when I was right next to the router but a 10.7 Mbps signal when wired to the laptop. I received some dubious answers, but one of the answers I've tried to dig into with no luck is...