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Revision to NETGEAR WGT624 v3 Troubleshooting

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=== No Power Connection ===
-The router might not turn on because it is not correctly plugged in. Make sure the power cord is plugged in to both the wall and the router.
+The router might not turn on, because it is not correctly plugged in. Make sure the power cord is plugged in to both the wall and the router.
=== 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, try to restart it. Unplug the router for 30 seconds, and then plug it back in.
=== Faulty Power Port ===
-The router may not turn on because the power supply port is faulty. If this is the case you must replace the [guide|13058|power supply].
+The router may not turn on, because the power supply port is faulty. If this is the case, then you must replace the [guide|13058|power supply].
== My internet is loading very slowly ==
=== Incorrectly inserted cables ===
-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.
+if the input/output cables are incorrectly inserted, a weak signal may arise. 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.
=== Faulty Antenna ===
-A weak signal could be the result of a faulty or broken antenna. The antenna may be no longer be properly connected or it may have failed. If this is the case you must replace the [http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Installing+NETGEAR+WGT624+v3+Antenna/12877/1|antenna].
+A weak signal could be the result of a faulty or broken antenna. The antenna may be no longer be properly connected or it may have failed. If this is the case, you must replace the [guide|12877|antenna].
=== Update Firmware ===
-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.
+Updating the firmware can fix software glitches that may be causing the 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 be due to a faulty capacitor. Replacing the [guide|13056|capacitor] can eliminate the annoying sounds and increase the life of the device.
+If you are hearing buzzing sounds coming from the router, it may be due to a faulty capacitor. Replacing the [guide|13056|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 ==

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