Revision to NETGEAR WGT624 v3 Troubleshooting
| === Restart === | |
| - | If the router still won't turn on and you are sure it is plugged in correctly try to restart it. Unplug the router for 30 seconds and then plug it back in. |
| + | If the router still won't turn on and you are sure it is plugged in correctly, try to restart it. Unplug the router for 30 seconds, and then plug it back in. |
| == My internet is loading very slowly == | |
| - | "My internet is really slow" |
| + | "My internet is really slow." |
| === Interference === | |
| - | Other electronic devices such as microwaves and phones may be working over the same frequency. Try keeping them further away from the router in order to decrease interference. |
| + | Other electronic devices, such as microwaves and phones, may be working over the same frequency. Try keeping them further away from the router in order to decrease interference. |
| === Incorrectly inserted cables === | |
| - | A weak signal |
| + | A weak signal can result if the input/output cables are incorrectly inserted. The ethernet cord should be plugged into the back of the router and any outgoing cables should be plugged into the black output slots. Make sure all cables are completely plugged in. |
| === Update Firmware === | |
| - | Updating the firmware can fix software glitches that may be causing slow internet speed. Download |
| + | Updating the firmware can fix software glitches that may be causing slow internet speed. Download the latest version of firmware, and then reset the router. |
| == LED's never turn off == | |
| === Buzzing Noise === | |
| - | If you are hearing buzzing sounds coming from the router, it can due to a faulty capacitor. Replacing |
| + | If you are hearing buzzing sounds coming from the router, it can be due to a faulty capacitor. Replacing the capacitor can eliminate the annoying sounds and increase the life of the device. |
| == Port LED’s do not turn on when Ethernet is plugged in == | |
| === Check that the connections are secure === | |
| - | The Ethernet must be completely connected |
| + | The Ethernet must be completely connected in order for it to work properly. |
| === Make sure that the power is turned on === | |
| - | If the hub or workstation the Ethernet is connected to is not powered on then the LED lights will not turn on. |
| + | If the hub or workstation the Ethernet is connected to is not powered on, then the LED lights will not turn on. |
| === Make sure you are using the correct cable === | |
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