So my Atrix can detect the n-network when the channel is set to ~2Ghz, but it won't detect the 5GHz one. Isn't the frequency of the channel what makes the n-network special?
I believe that the only advange 5GHz has over 2.4GHz, is that the 2.4GHz space is more crowded, but as long as you don't suffer from interference there, you should be fine.
txtsd said:
So my Atrix can detect the n-network when the channel is set to ~2Ghz, but it won't detect the 5GHz one. Isn't the frequency of the channel what makes the n-network special?
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It does detect 5GHz but it's weak when it's too away from the router far compare to 2.4 GHz.
Jim_R said:
I believe that the only advange 5GHz has over 2.4GHz, is that the 2.4GHz space is more crowded, but as long as you don't suffer from interference there, you should be fine.
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That's the problem. Where I'm situated there's at least 1 wireless network in every single channel.
squarejp said:
It does detect 5GHz but it's weak when it's too away from the router far compare to 2.4 GHz.
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I'm only 3 meters and 1 wall away from my router.
txtsd said:
That's the problem. Where I'm situated there's at least 1 wireless network in every single channel.
I'm only 3 meters and 1 wall away from my router.
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I think Atrix's Wifi isn't strong.
squarejp said:
I think Atrix's Wifi isn't strong.
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The 5 GHz freq does not have the range or penetration of 2.4 GHz.
I got the same problem. My router has dual broadcast of N and G. The phone sees N when I'm in the same room as the router but nowhere else. The G works fine everywhere.
squarejp said:
I think Atrix's Wifi isn't strong.
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done12many2 said:
The 5 GHz freq does not have the range or penetration of 2.4 GHz.
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ah crap
kent c said:
I got the same problem. My router has dual broadcast of N and G. The phone sees N when I'm in the same room as the router but nowhere else. The G works fine everywhere.
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The problem is, I can connect to the 2GHz N network, not the 5.
really? I try connecting it to my wrt610n at 5hz and it seems fast and very snappy
@txtsd - what sort of router are you using? Can you not see the network at all when it's set to 5GHz broadcast?
The frequency isn't so much what makes N "special" as 802.11A was also in the 5GHz band. What makes it special is the multipath used to increase signal reception (normally multipath is a bad thing in RF).
phobos512 said:
@txtsd - what sort of router are you using? Can you not see the network at all when it's set to 5GHz broadcast?
The frequency isn't so much what makes N "special" as 802.11A was also in the 5GHz band. What makes it special is the multipath used to increase signal reception (normally multipath is a bad thing in RF).
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I'm using a Netgear WNDR3300, with dd-wrt on it. I can access the 5GHz network with my laptop, so I know it's functioning.
txtsd said:
I'm using a Netgear WNDR3300, with dd-wrt on it. I can access the 5GHz network with my laptop, so I know it's functioning.
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I have the same router with DD-WRT and the same problem. I have switched to a 2.4ghz network and back to 5ghz and it works properly until I disconnect.
bumoftheday31 said:
I have the same router with DD-WRT and the same problem. I have switched to a 2.4ghz network and back to 5ghz and it works properly until I disconnect.
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With regards to DD-WRT or router compatibility with Atrix, if I'm connected to my Asus RT-N16 running dd-wrt @ 2.4GHz N, phone frequently loses the connection, but if I use my pocket router (Linksys WRT54GS, running stock firmware) connection is rock solid.
So I think Atrix simply does not "like" some of the wi-fi routers out there, or maybe it does not like fat channels (40Mhz wide channels on N for 300mbit connections), or it is too susceptible to interference.
I have been using the 5ghz band via Netgear's WNDR37AV Dual Band Gigabit Wireless gaming & Video router for a week now w/o issue. The only thing I have noticed is sometimes my Market says, timed out retry? I experienced the same message during testing on the 2.4ghz band, and I have experienced the same message on Att's data network. (?.I think its a problem with the Atrix's soft/firmware.?) I am not exactly sure what all the different settings do, but I am learning. If you have a particular question about my 5ghz settings that could help get yours up and running, I will check what I have and report back an answer..
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I have been using the 5ghz band via Netgear's WNDR37AV Dual Band Gigabit Wireless gaming & Video router for a week now w/o issue. The only thing I have noticed is sometimes my Market says, timed out retry? I experienced the same message during testing on the 2.4ghz band, and I have experienced the same message on Att's data network. (?.I think its a problem with the Atrix's soft/firmware.?) I am not exactly sure what all the different settings do, but I am learning. If you have a particular question about my 5ghz settings that could help get yours up and running, I will check what I have and report back an answer..
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What security settings are you running? I'm running WPA2
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What security settings are you running? I'm running WPA2
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WPA2 PSK (AES)
At first I had selected something different and my router advised me to change to AES for better performance, so I did.
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Would like to point out I had to junk my 3300 because it wouldn't work with my Atrix or my N USB dongle attached to the desktop upstairs. That router sucks for the 5Ghz band, even with dd-wrt.
Bought an Asus RT-n56u and it works perfectly even across the street from my house.
bumoftheday31 said:
I have the same router with DD-WRT and the same problem. I have switched to a 2.4ghz network and back to 5ghz and it works properly until I disconnect.
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I tried going back and forth but it doesn't even see the 5GHz network.
fincan said:
With regards to DD-WRT or router compatibility with Atrix, if I'm connected to my Asus RT-N16 running dd-wrt @ 2.4GHz N, phone frequently loses the connection, but if I use my pocket router (Linksys WRT54GS, running stock firmware) connection is rock solid.
So I think Atrix simply does not "like" some of the wi-fi routers out there, or maybe it does not like fat channels (40Mhz wide channels on N for 300mbit connections), or it is too susceptible to interference.
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I tried the 20Mhz and 40Mhz both, it didn't see either.
WiredPirate said:
I have been using the 5ghz band via Netgear's WNDR37AV Dual Band Gigabit Wireless gaming & Video router for a week now w/o issue. The only thing I have noticed is sometimes my Market says, timed out retry? I experienced the same message during testing on the 2.4ghz band, and I have experienced the same message on Att's data network. (?.I think its a problem with the Atrix's soft/firmware.?) I am not exactly sure what all the different settings do, but I am learning. If you have a particular question about my 5ghz settings that could help get yours up and running, I will check what I have and report back an answer..
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Yea it's an Atrix issue. It should be fixed in the upcoming update.
bumoftheday31 said:
What security settings are you running? I'm running WPA2
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WPA2 personal + AES
mrmyth said:
Would like to point out I had to junk my 3300 because it wouldn't work with my Atrix or my N USB dongle attached to the desktop upstairs. That router sucks for the 5Ghz band, even with dd-wrt.
Bought an Asus RT-n56u and it works perfectly even across the street from my house.
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I hope I don't have to buy a new one. I don't have the receipt to return this one.
It is not uncommon for certain hardware to be incompatible with certain other hardware when it comes to networking. The "draft" nature of "N" for so long caused and is still causing many issues.
Have any of you guys tried reflashing your router with stock firmware and trying it out? I don't unfortunately have a router that's capable of DD-WRT or 5 GHz right now (I use a DIR-655 that only has 2.4 GHz, works perfectly fine for my needs).
txtsd said:
I tried going back and forth but it doesn't even see the 5GHz network.
I tried the 20Mhz and 40Mhz both, it didn't see either.
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I had similar problems getting my HTC phone and my daughter's iPod Touch connected to my router, and it took a while to figure it out. I've noticed that some devices do not like connecting to a router using SSID with more than one word or phrase:
router or myrouter = works
my router or this is my router = does NOT work
I had an iPhone 3G which didn't care, and my HP laptop doesn't care about the SSID name. However, both HTC phones we have will not connect if the SSID is more than one word/phrase. I don't have the Atrix yet, but I suspect Android is the reason why SSID is picky?
Something to consider and check...
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Does the Gtab not support wireless N? Or is it Vegan5.1? I have a linksys WRT610N and I have my b/g on the 2.4Ghz and N on the 5Ghz but my Gtab doesn't pick the N SSID. Anyone know why this is?
tcoker79 said:
Does the Gtab not support wireless N? Or is it Vegan5.1? I have a linksys WRT610N and I have my b/g on the 2.4Ghz and N on the 5Ghz but my Gtab doesn't pick the N SSID. Anyone know why this is?
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Nope, its got nothing to do with the rom you are running. The G-Tab is hardware limited to wireless G, no N. I was a little dissapointed by that too when I researched it to buy, but frankly G is fine for streaming vids, music, etc.
Most N routers support dual mode for legacy G devices so I'd suggest turning this on. Additionally if your router does not broadcast its SSID you'll have to manually type it in when setting up the wireless connection on your tab...
tcoker79 said:
Does the Gtab not support wireless N? Or is it Vegan5.1? I have a linksys WRT610N and I have my b/g on the 2.4Ghz and N on the 5Ghz but my Gtab doesn't pick the N SSID. Anyone know why this is?
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My upstairs router is a WRT610N. My GTab works fine with it. The Gtab comes with a single wireless radio (does not support MIMO) that supports the Wireless-N (802.11n) draft standard.
The Gtab will only see the 2.4GHz band, not the 5GHz band.
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My upstairs router is a WRT610N. My GTab works fine with it. The Gtab comes with a single wireless radio (does not support MIMO) that supports the Wireless-N (802.11n) draft standard.
The Gtab will only see the 2.4GHz band, not the 5GHz band.
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Oops, you're right, thats what I was trying to say, no 5Ghz frequency.... While it connects fine to my N router, it really isn't true N or any speed near it.
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Nope, its got nothing to do with the rom you are running. The G-Tab is hardware limited to wireless G, no N. I was a little dissapointed by that too when I researched it to buy, but frankly G is fine for streaming vids, music, etc.
Most N routers support dual mode for legacy G devices so I'd suggest turning this on. Additionally if your router does not broadcast its SSID you'll have to manually type it in when setting up the wireless connection on your tab...
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I have my routers on the 2.4GHz band setup for Wireless-N only, and my Gtab connects to them just fine. Both on my E4200 and my WRT610N.
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Oops, you're right, thats what I was trying to say, no 5Ghz frequency.... While it connects fine to my N router, it really isn't true N or any speed near it.
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Yeah, I only see 72Mbit/second, but someone else reported that they saw 270 Mbit/second connecting to their Netgear router.
I agree with you. I haven't seen the throughput, especially during large file transfers.
So once again the marketing monster strikes. Clearly states wireless N but only in the 2.4 Ghz range. That's fine just wanted to be sure there wasn't something I was missing. Thanks to everyone who replied.
tcoker79 said:
So once again the marketing monster strikes. Clearly states wireless N but only in the 2.4 Ghz range. That's fine just wanted to be sure there wasn't something I was missing. Thanks to everyone who replied.
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N doesnt specify any frequency.
True but when anyone sets up a wireless N router on the 5GHz band only...it will not be found by the G-Tablet. I have mine set up with both 2.4GHz and 5GHz so all of my equipment is covered.
I'm using the WRT310N and I have mine set to Wireless N only.
Standard 20MHz Channel @ 2.412GHz
GTAB Connects.
Hell, if you live in an area where you can use all 14 2.4GHz channels you can even connect on channel 14. A lot less interference.
My gTab can see my N-network but it disconnect immideatly after I try to connect. I have 2 routers; 1 upstairs with N only, an done downstairs with both N & G. I'm mostly upstairs but I have to connect to the G-router which only gives me one bar.. But it works just fine, although full speed N would have been nice for Winamp Wifi-sync and transfering Movies etc
Mine connects to DLink Dir655 2.4Ghz rounter using N protocol but gTab radio definitely not a MIMO one.
Best download speed is about 2.7 - 3.0 MByte per second when using FTP, and only 1.9 - 2.0 MByte per second when using SMB protocol.
My laptop can get upload/download speeds around 9-10 MByte per second using same router and 2.4Ghz MIMO N wireless card.
Anyone else confirm?
I'm seeing that this will not connect to my 802.11n network, won't even see it in fact, that runs on 5GHz. Connects to 2.4GHz networks fine.
Looking at spec sheet, no frequency is listed. I would assume as with most devices it is 2.4 only? Gonna test it here in a few myself.
I don't know of any mobile device that supports 802.11n dual band. All the phones/tablets only use 2.4 ghz band for 802.11n as far as I can tell.
MultiDev said:
I don't know of any mobile device that supports 802.11n dual band. All the phones/tablets only use 2.4 ghz band for 802.11n as far as I can tell.
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My Galaxy Tab 7 supports 802.11n on 5 GHz, though only some of the channels my router supports.
I have not been able to get my Photon to connect to the Wireless N network on my router, only the Wireless G network. Not sure what's up with that?
My Motorola ATRIX connects to the 2.4 and 5 GHz network. I can confirm the photon does not.
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Is everyone sure about this??? I have a wireless N setup, photon connected fine, running about 65Mbps with good signal
A2CKilla said:
Is everyone sure about this??? I have a wireless N setup, photon connected fine, running about 65Mbps with good signal
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Be aware the question is regarding 802.11n @ 5Ghz.. You can have an 802.11n setup with just 2.4Ghz (most common)
RickNY1971 said:
Be aware the question is regarding 802.11n @ 5Ghz.. You can have an 802.11n setup with just 2.4Ghz (most common)
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oh, my mistake, but i'm pretty sure i have it at 5Ghz, cause i have my N network and a G network setup (for some of the laptops in the house) on the same router
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oh, my mistake, but i'm pretty sure i have it at 5Ghz, cause i have my N network and a G network setup (for some of the laptops in the house) on the same router
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802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n broadcast on the same 2.4GHz signal, 5GHz signal is only for 802.11n.
And no, these radios are only 2.4GHz.....I've tested at home as well.
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oh, my mistake, but i'm pretty sure i have it at 5Ghz, cause i have my N network and a G network setup (for some of the laptops in the house) on the same router
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Even with a dual-radio router, it's possible they're both running on 2.4 I believe. Could you go into your router configuration and check what channel you're running your N network on?
manekineko said:
Even with a dual-radio router, it's possible they're both running on 2.4 I believe. Could you go into your router configuration and check what channel you're running your N network on?
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I will check when i get home and give an update
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I will check when i get home and give an update
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Did you check?
TS
twospirits said:
Did you check?
TS
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i gave it a gander, either i'm lookin in the wrong place or i'm really not running 5Ghz
I've been looking around to buy Dual Band Wireless N router for a while and with my TP arriving soon, i decided to buy one. So i was just wondering what would be the best wireless router for Transformer Prime.
According to AnandTech, TP was able to achieve 31+ Mbps Netgear WNDR4500 and they were able to confirm 36 Mbps from their own testing. I've done some research and there are some routers that have received better reviews.
so the question is, will any quality Dual Band Wireless N router be able to achieve same result? is there some sort of compatibility issues i need to worry about?
currently i am looking at Netgear WNDR4500 and Cisco Linksys E4200 v2. Also, if you know any better routers at that price range, let me know.
thx ahead
I don't have a direct answer to your question, however testing has revealed that on my router (D-Link DIR655), I get a faster connection when disabling 802.11 a/b/g/n and running 802.11g only. Not sure why, although I suspect it may have something to do with being in an apartment complex with many WiFi signals.
I got the E4200 v1 - and my Prime gladly pulls 40Mbps from 15 feet away. The antenna in my v1 isn't that powerful though - that is the signal always seems kind of low. That said, even with a seemingly low signal to all devices (phones, laptops, TV and the Prime) they all get great throughput. I read somewhere that this is by design. it will automatically scan the needed bandwidth and lower/raise the anetanna gain as needed as to not clutter the channel for anyone around me.
This could be "fixed" in version 2 of the router though. But I've got no complains. I like the router and can only recommend it.
Oh. its weird g somehow gives you better speed. Especially since G is known to be easily blocked by concrete and other surfaces.
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I got the E4200 v1 - and my Prime gladly pulls 40Mbps from 15 feet away. The antenna in my v1 isn't that powerful though - that is the signal always seems kind of low. That said, even with a seemingly low signal to all devices (phones, laptops, TV and the Prime) they all get great throughput. I read somewhere that this is by design. it will automatically scan the needed bandwidth and lower/raise the anetanna gain as needed as to not clutter the channel for anyone around me.
This could be "fixed" in version 2 of the router though. But I've got no complains. I like the router and can only recommend it.
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Thx for the reply. How about from 30-50 feet away? with wall in between them.
does it still pull out respectable speed?
BringItSon said:
I've been looking around to buy Dual Band Wireless N router for a while and with my TP arriving soon, i decided to buy one. So i was just wondering what would be the best wireless router for Transformer Prime.
According to AnandTech, TP was able to achieve 31+ Mbps Netgear WNDR4500 and they were able to confirm 36 Mbps from their own testing. I've done some research and there are some routers that have received better reviews.
so the question is, will any quality Dual Band Wireless N router be able to achieve same result? is there some sort of compatibility issues i need to worry about?
currently i am looking at Netgear WNDR4500 and Cisco Linksys E4200 v2. Also, if you know any better routers at that price range, let me know.
thx ahead
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Newer N routers range cannot compete with old school and since the Primes Wi-Fi isn't the best to begin with.....
You want the best router go old school these are hands down the best routers and belong in the hall of fame funny enough currently on sale too
www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx..._mmc=EMC-GD011112-_-index-_-Item-_-33-124-190
As a reminder to all the other things Asus makes well. I have great speeds with the Asus WL-520gu (http://www.amazon.com/Asus-WL-520GU-ASUS-Wireless-Router/dp/B000R3BTDC).
BringItSon said:
Thx for the reply. How about from 30-50 feet away? with wall in between them.
does it still pull out respectable speed?
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30 feet away, through 2 (dry)walls it pulls 16Mbps. Thats almost on par with my laptop.
But it has to be said. I've got very little channel clutter. I can see other access points on the same channel (1), but they're far away.
Edit: only 2 dry walls, not 3
jdbaker82 said:
Newer N routers range cannot compete with old school and since the Primes Wi-Fi isn't the best to begin with.....
You want the best router go old school these are hands down the best routers and belong in the hall of fame funny enough currently on sale too
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i dont think that is true.... One of the reason i am switching to N router is because i am getting weak signals in some places, and everywhere i've read, it says 2.4 ghz Wireless N crushes Wireless G. Even the 5 ghz(suppose to have less range than 2.4) easily beats Wireless G.
LeCramp said:
30 feet away, through 2 (dry)walls it pulls 16Mbps. Thats almost on par with my laptop.
But it has to be said. I've got very little channel clutter. I can see other access points on the same channel (1), but they're far away.
Edit: only 2 dry walls, not 3
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wait i was reading a review and just found out that the original Linksys E4200 only supports 5ghz.
and if i am correct, TP only supports 2.4 ghz....
I'm still rocking my Linksys WRT-54G...never let me down.
I use an Asus RT-N16 with DD-WRT firmware. This router, however, isn't dual band. If you want dual band and DD-WRT I think the best recommended atm is an E3000 (which I avoided since it doesn't have external antennas).
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wait i was reading a review and just found out that the original Linksys E4200 only supports 5ghz.
and if i am correct, TP only supports 2.4 ghz....
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Thats not correct. The E4200 v1 supports both. At least mine does .. and my brothers..
I can't comment based on the routers listed above but "AMPED" makes routers targeted for larger distances if range is of concern.
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I don't have my Prime yet lol but I have two wireless-N routers in my home to get maximum signal from any point in the house. A Linksys WRT310N acts as our main router/hub in our entertainment center, then a WRT150N 20 or so feet back in the music room/computer closet. However, I can (almost) promise you neither one of these alone would do the job... The 310 pushes a decent distance, maybe about 30 feet with one wall?
Haven't tried any custom firmware and again I don't have my Prime yet, so can't be of any more use than that. I know that if money's no object, those airport routers are beyond beast.
It's a good idea to check what channel nearby networks are using and set your router to a different channel. There are Android apps which do this, a good one is Wi-Fi Analyzer. It's a freebie, and displays signal strength, channel number and various other information which may or may not be of use. The signal indicator is really useful for checking strength in various parts of your house as well.
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i dont think that is true.... One of the reason i am switching to N router is because i am getting weak signals in some places, and everywhere i've read, it says 2.4 ghz Wireless N crushes Wireless G. Even the 5 ghz(suppose to have less range than 2.4) easily beats Wireless G.
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I work in the field and have been around 100's of routers I'm telling you older b/g/n routers work better then the new 5GHz and or dual band routers.
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I work in the field and have been around 100's of routers I'm telling you older b/g/n routers work better then the new 5GHz and or dual band routers.
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5Ghz is suppose to be faster, but only if you're really close to your router. Otherwise, 5Ghz has less distance than 2.4Gz, so for OP's needs (wifi distance) I would agree with you his suggestion to stay clear of the dual band routers.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but doesn't the TP only work with 2.4GHz? Therefore, wouldn't a dual band router be pointless?
I have a dual-band Netgear N600 (which works fantastic btw), but my TP doesn't even know the 5GHz band exists.
Just a FYI: My Prime doesn't work with a router, turned into a AP, at work. Seems to work fine with all other routers I've connected to.
Router is a WRT54G v5 with DD-WRT.
Wifi signal is fine and connects but lots of lost packets and very spotty connection.
I'm thinking you need one of these.......
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Just got this phone today,
I have a Netgear R6300 capable of AC wifi but my phone wont connect to the internet when its on the 5ghz network. It works fine on the 2.5ghz but the other it connects but no internet.
I tried giving it a reserved ip and looking at the settings on my router but nothing is popping out at me?
Anyone have any ideas?
HTC One on Rogers network (Canada)
WakeTurbulence said:
Just got this phone today,
I have a Netgear R6300 capable of AC wifi but my phone wont connect to the internet when its on the 5ghz network. It works fine on the 2.5ghz but the other it connects but no internet.
I tried giving it a reserved ip and looking at the settings on my router but nothing is popping out at me?
Anyone have any ideas?
HTC One on Rogers network (Canada)
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Check the Advanced Wi-Fi settings. Check Freq Band and make sure it is not set to 2.4 GHz only. Also try turning on "Best Wi-Fi Performance" and see if that helps.
Mine connects to my 5GHz network with no problems at all.
Hope that helps.
kevinrstruck said:
Check the Advanced Wi-Fi settings. Check Freq Band and make sure it is not set to 2.4 GHz only. Also try turning on "Best Wi-Fi Performance" and see if that helps.
Mine connects to my 5GHz network with no problems at all.
Hope that helps.
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What router do you have? Also what kind of connection speed are you getting?
I checked freq and it was on auto, tried just 5ghz, also tried Best wifi but it still cant connect to the internet. I gets a connection with the router according to the phone but my 6300 doesnt show it as a connected device.
no problem here i can connect to my 5Ghz network with my a/n capable Time Capsule router. speeds are 55..27 Mbps download / 35.95 Mbps upload. my One wifi settings are set to Auto (vs. setting to 2.5 or 5 Ghz).
I have a Netgear WNDR4500. Speeds are 40 Mbps down and 28 Mbps up. That is with the router 2 floors above me in my house. My settings are also set to "Auto" as well. I connected immediately when I got home on Thursday after getting the device. I have had no problems at all with WiFi. Sorry I cannot be of more assistance.
I have no problem when connecting to my R6300 in AC mode ...
mine connects just fine
No connection at 5ghz, can only connect at 2ghz
I have d-link dr-825 rev B router with [DD-WRT v24-sp2 (04/01/13) std - build 21153] firmware. It has dual 2ghz and 5ghz radios.
I can only connect at 2ghz and unable to connect at 5ghz.
I have a dell latitude laptop and my old Galaxy SII has no problem connecting.
Howvever Htc-One lists the access point, correctly determines what kind of security is on (like wpa/wpa2 etc) but is unable to connect. I think once I saw a brief flash saying authentication failure on my phone when trying to connect to 5ghz. So I removed all security and made it completely open just to try. Again no connection without any error.
I am thinking of returning it if it is going to be a problem.
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Ok, I have solved the problem, now it is connecting. I made two changes in the wirless setup. Enable RTS/CTS protection and also enabled short preamble. After these two changes it is connecting as expected.
WakeTurbulence said:
Just got this phone today,
I have a Netgear R6300 capable of AC wifi but my phone wont connect to the internet when its on the 5ghz network. It works fine on the 2.5ghz but the other it connects but no internet.
I tried giving it a reserved ip and looking at the settings on my router but nothing is popping out at me?
Anyone have any ideas?
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I'm having the same issue with mine and the same router, can not quiet figure out what is going on.
Just quick update i just did an update on my router and it seems to connect completely fine
For those who have router issues, check for a firmware update! Most routers have a few updates while sitting on the shelf. I used to always update and properly configure routers (with out the software disc) for customers at my old job and we rarely had problems of customers bribing it back. And throw out the disc that comes with the router. The software can cause headaches down the road. All security settings can be done inside the router through any web browser and router IP.
Just got a black ATT HTC ONE, everything is great, but no connection to 5ghz network here either.
I have a Netgear WNDR3700 and just updated to the DD-WRT build 21676, and still no go...
All our macbook airs are working fine on the 5ghz...:cryingrobably time for a new router lol
Connects to my linksys ea6500 5ghz ac just fine link speed around 400 mbps
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Added an Airport Express, and 5ghz works fine from that...
cq_ said:
Just got a black ATT HTC ONE, everything is great, but no connection to 5ghz network here either.
I have a Netgear WNDR3700 and just updated to the DD-WRT build 21676, and still no go...
All our macbook airs are working fine on the 5ghz...:cryingrobably time for a new router lol
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Prefers 2.4
I have a dual band N router, and my One seems to "prefer" connecting to the 2.4 GHz network over the 5 GHz.
It will work fine on the 5GHz, but I have to switch it manually when I walk in the house (so I usually don't).
I guess I could just tell my phone to "forget" the 2.4 network to fix this. On more thinking, maybe it's a coverage thing - it probably finds the 2.4 GHz network first. Lower frequencies penetrate walls better, right?
doxy-LS said:
I have a dual band N router, and my One seems to "prefer" connecting to the 2.4 GHz network over the 5 GHz.
It will work fine on the 5GHz, but I have to switch it manually when I walk in the house (so I usually don't).
I guess I could just tell my phone to "forget" the 2.4 network to fix this. On more thinking, maybe it's a coverage thing - it probably finds the 2.4 GHz network first. Lower frequencies penetrate walls better, right?
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Correct. The 2.4 GHz network should travel further. Its all about that sweet sweet 5 GHz speed though! Mine connects to my Asus RT-AC66U router just fine.
doxy-LS said:
I have a dual band N router, and my One seems to "prefer" connecting to the 2.4 GHz network over the 5 GHz.
It will work fine on the 5GHz, but I have to switch it manually when I walk in the house (so I usually don't).
I guess I could just tell my phone to "forget" the 2.4 network to fix this. On more thinking, maybe it's a coverage thing - it probably finds the 2.4 GHz network first. Lower frequencies penetrate walls better, right?
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You could always set it to 5ghz preferred. Mine connects to my netgear 5ghz ac router with no issues. Also if you have the same password for both frequencies it could just be connecting to that first.
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no preferred option?
godfirst said:
You could always set it to 5ghz preferred. Mine connects to my netgear 5ghz ac router with no issues. Also if you have the same password for both frequencies it could just be connecting to that first.
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I did check when sitting in my driveway - the 2.4 GHz network was still 2 "arcs" there & the 5 GHz was just a dot, so I think it is connecting to the first one it finds & sticking with it. In the Wi-Fi preferences, the "Wi-Fi frequency band" options are only Auto/5 GHz only/2.4 GHz only. No 'preferred' option - I'm running stock though - is there something different in the custom ROMs? I'm not afraid to root/ROM - I just haven't seen a good reason yet.
doxy-LS said:
I did check when sitting in my driveway - the 2.4 GHz network was still 2 "arcs" there & the 5 GHz was just a dot, so I think it is connecting to the first one it finds & sticking with it. In the Wi-Fi preferences, the "Wi-Fi frequency band" options are only Auto/5 GHz only/2.4 GHz only. No 'preferred' option - I'm running stock though - is there something different in the custom ROMs? I'm not afraid to root/ROM - I just haven't seen a good reason yet.
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Use the only 5ghz only. There's a big difference with custom roms and stock att at the moment. There's new firmware etc. 2.4Ghz has more penetration through walls then 5Ghz. That's why you have more bars of one and not the other.
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Use the only 5ghz only. There's a big difference with custom roms and stock att at the moment. There's new firmware etc. 2.4Ghz has more penetration through walls then 5Ghz. That's why you have more bars of one and not the other.
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Well I want to be able to use the 2.4 GHz networks when available, so I'll leave it on auto. I guess the speed isn't a huge deal when the wireless connection is so much faster than my internet connection.
And yes, I know that there are lots of differences between stock & custom ROMs (my last phone was a Nexus S & I was always changing ROMs). What I meant to ask was if there was a difference with that specific option.
wifi 2.4GHz connection problems
Welcome
I have silver One for 3 weeks now, but it was 2 weeks in service - they reinstalled software and returned phone. No change.
I can't connect to any 2.4 Ghz network (G/N) ending Authentication Error. Only 5GHz works.
I tried it with Netgreat WNDR4700 (Gargoyle custom software), CISCO access point @ work, also random WiFi open networks in shops/malls, etc. Other devices i know and have at home ( Samsung Note II, htc Sensation, Acer Iconia tab, Dell Latitude laptop) works fine. Just the One cosing problems.
I run stock rom, how can I turn on more verbose logging or see what is happening in the Operation system while connecting? I must prove to Regenersis Poland service that my phone does not work. Otherwise they will say phone works within parameters.
Hi guys -
I'm having a problem with the 5Ghz Wifi on my Verizon Galaxy S4 - it just stopped connecting all of a sudden.
I've now had this problem on 2 Galaxy S4 phones. The first one, it stopped working after 5 days. The second (this one) 16 days as of last night.
(I exchanged the 1st within my 14 day return period).
No changes - no updates - just stopped randomly working on the phone - other items like my Computers and Wifi Bridge work fine with the 5Ghz.
I've read the threads where others have the same issue. Trying to connect, it won't do anything when I click on the name, try connecting and then just go back to saying "Saved, Secured", or say Authentication Error. It connects and works right next to the router, or when it has full signal, but drops if I move away from the Router. I've also tried all the suggestions in the other threads.
To ensure it wasn't the Router, I replaced it the first time around, and still had the same behavior.
What I don't understand, is that the Phone will connect fine to 2.4Ghz networks, but not 5Ghz Wifi networks. It will broadcast
and receive fine on 5Ghz for the Tethering function, so it can't be hardware-related.
I find it hard to believe 2 phones can be defective, but not outside of the realm of possibility.
Does anyone have any ideas on how to fix this, or know what exactly is causing this, and what to do?
Why not just use the 2.4ghz band? I've used that since day one.
safestrap enabled, Hyperdrive driven
Does anyone have any ideas on how to fix this, or know what exactly is causing this, and what to do?
I've had the same problem with both S4's that I have. What I did to fix it was I went into the routers settings.. I changed the 2.5 band to only show G and the 5 band to only allow N.
Then I changed the bandwidth on the 5 to 20/40 instead of just the 20 it was on.
Also I made my phone '' forget'' the low speed band so that it only had the 5.
All routers are different obviously, but you should have those settings I'd assume.
See if any of that helps.
Good luck!
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decaturbob,
The 2.4Ghz band here is very crowded.
Mistertac,
Tried, didn't work.
It will also say the Network is out Range 1 out of 2 times, even though I'm sitting in front of my laptop with the 5Ghz connected.
Other phone did the same thing.
chrisf8657 said:
decaturbob,
The 2.4Ghz band here is very crowded.
Mistertac,
Tried, didn't work.
It will also say the Network is out Range 1 out of 2 times, even though I'm sitting in front of my laptop with the 5Ghz connected.
Other phone did the same thing.
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If you can connect to it close to the router do so. Download and install wifi analyzer from the play store. See what the quality of the signal is close to the router and as you move away. I haven't been on touch wiz(I'm assuming that's what you're on) in a while. You should also have settings under wifi then advanced. Make sure nothing is weird there.
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chrisf8657 said:
What I don't understand, is that the Phone will connect fine to 2.4Ghz networks, but not 5Ghz Wifi networks. It will broadcast
and receive fine on 5Ghz for the Tethering function, so it can't be hardware-related.
I find it hard to believe 2 phones can be defective, but not outside of the realm of possibility.
Does anyone have any ideas on how to fix this, or know what exactly is causing this, and what to do?
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Were you ever able to find a fix for this? I have the same issue. Up until now I have just settled for 2.4, but lately this is annoying me. Thanks.
Unfortunately no. I'm wondering if kitkat will fix it...
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Did you root your phone yet? Do you have a custom rom installed on it? If you have then you might want to take a look at a file explore to look for your host file. It could be because of that. I had to delete my host file in order for my wifi to connect again. Also want to check proxy settings.
Do you have separate names for the 2.4 and 5ghz networks?
Hit thanks if I helped you out. Doing a little bit of reading goes a long way. Sent via tapatalk.
Shiwoonie said:
Did you root your phone yet? Do you have a custom rom installed on it? If you have then you might want to take a look at a file explore to look for your host file. It could be because of that. I had to delete my host file in order for my wifi to connect again. Also want to check proxy settings.
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Thanks for the tip. Yes, customer ROM (Hyperdrive). What "host" file are you referring too? Wifi connects perfectly ever time. It is ONLY the the 5GHz band that will not stay connected.
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Do you have separate names for the 2.4 and 5ghz networks?
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Yes, different names.
bjtech said:
Thanks for the tip. Yes, customer ROM (Hyperdrive). What "host" file are you referring too? Wifi connects perfectly ever time. It is ONLY the the 5GHz band that will not stay connected.
Yes, different names.
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This kind of sheds some light on why a lot of people are not getting good 5ghz connections..
http://uk.tp-link.com/article/?faqid=469
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Mistertac said:
This kind of sheds some light on why a lot of people are not getting good 5ghz connections..
http://uk.tp-link.com/article/?faqid=469
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Thanks. I am pretty familiar with the 5Ghz vs 2.4Ghz limitations. I have the Netgear Nighthawk AC1900 R7000 Router and all Wifi connections are being made within 50 ft of the router. So I know range is not an issue. My Note 8 connects to the 5GHz band and works perfectly. My S4 connects for a few seconds and then drops. Using Wifi Analyzer (on S4), I see the 5GHz signal for a few seconds and then it disappears for 10 seconds and then comes back. Seems like it is turning on and off continually. As mentioned previously, the two things that really make this strange are:
1) I can connect my S4 to the 2.4GHz band of the same router and it works exactly as it should
2) My Note 8 connects to the 5GHz band every time and works exactly as it should
So it is specifically my S4 that is the problem. I am thinking that something with my Hyperdrive ROM or Wanam, etc. may be causing the issue. OR maybe it is a hardware issue with the device? Either way, I can get by using 2.4 just fine, but wish I could figure out why 5GHz doesn't work.
bjtech said:
Thanks. I am pretty familiar with the 5Ghz vs 2.4Ghz limitations. I have the Netgear Nighthawk AC1900 R7000 Router and all Wifi connections are being made within 50 ft of the router. So I know range is not an issue. My Note 8 connects to the 5GHz band and works perfectly. My S4 connects for a few seconds and then drops. Using Wifi Analyzer (on S4), I see the 5GHz signal for a few seconds and then it disappears for 10 seconds and then comes back. Seems like it is turning on and off continually. As mentioned previously, the two things that really make this strange are:
1) I can connect my S4 to the 2.4GHz band of the same router and it works exactly as it should
2) My Note 8 connects to the 5GHz band every time and works exactly as it should
So it is specifically my S4 that is the problem. I am thinking that something with my Hyperdrive ROM or Wanam, etc. may be causing the issue. OR maybe it is a hardware issue with the device? Either way, I can get by using 2.4 just fine, but wish I could figure out why 5GHz doesn't work.
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Yea that's one of them real pain in ass things you're probably going to have to look into huh?
I see where you're coming from now just figure I'd share that article. I'm not a fan of TW so I don't recall what WiFi settings you have on that s4.
Anything like this???
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Mistertac said:
Yea that's one of them real pain in ass things you're probably going to have to look into huh?
I see where you're coming from now just figure I'd share that article. I'm not a fan of TW so I don't recall what WiFi settings you have on that s4.
Anything like this???
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Yeah, the ROM does include a "band" switcher, but when I select 5GHZ only, it has the exact same symptoms. Only difference is it no longer shows my 2.4 band as a connection option. Like you said, one of those things...haha.
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Yeah, the ROM does include a "band" switcher, but when I select 5GHZ only, it has the exact same symptoms. Only difference is it no longer shows my 2.4 band as a connection option. Like you said, one of those things...haha.
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Yea when I got my ac1200 router it was nothing but a pain in the ass for me too between the 4 devices I have hooked into it's WiFi...all different ROMs..all different results. I think I was happier with the simple G router lol
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bjtech said:
My S4 connects for a few seconds and then drops. Using Wifi Analyzer (on S4), I see the 5GHz signal for a few seconds and then it disappears for 10 seconds and then comes back. Seems like it is turning on and off continually.
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I have the exact same behavior.
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If you don't know what a host file is then nvm. But yeah if it's just the 5ghz and you have the issue on both phone then it's the hardware issue. I advise ( since you have two s4 right? ) you to have one stocked and one custom. Try to connect both, if both still have the same issue then contact the cell phone provider. If the custom have the issue then contact the custom rom creator.
Shiwoonie said:
If you don't know what a host file is then nvm. But yeah if it's just the 5ghz and you have the issue on both phone then it's the hardware issue. I advise ( since you have two s4 right? ) you to have one stocked and on custom. Try to connect both, if both still have the same issue then contact the cell phone provider. If the custom have the issue then contact the custom rom creator.
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I just checked on my MK2 (stock) phone and it sees the 5 GHz wifi fine. I changed the SSID of the 2.4 Gig network and it remained connected on 5 GHz. My Galaxy Tab 2 lost connectivity due to the renaming, so I know it worked (and that the GS4 still was connected on 5 Gigs). Oh, and the wife's iPad lost connectivity. Oops.
If you install WiFiFoFum you should be able to see both bands.
chrisf8657 said:
I have the exact same behavior.
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Did you ever get this resolved?
I have the same issues on my S4.
Nope. Stuck on 2.4ghz. Guess I'll have to wait for another phone…
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