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Internet Cutting Out on Split SSID
24-08-2016 9:52 AM - edited 24-08-2016 9:57 AM
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Re: Internet Cutting Out on Split SSID
24-08-2016 12:09 PM
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The upside of 5G is the increase in speed that it is capable of offering. However, the downside is that its range is much more heavily affected by obstacles such as walls, pipes and microwave ovens. 5G is best when near the router while 2.4GHz is an all-rounder, usually good for some distance. This is most likely why your 5.8GHz SSID is often unavailable while the 2.4GHz remains visible. HTH.
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24-08-2016 1:10 PM
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24-08-2016 1:20 PM
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Try comparing download speeds at various distances from the router, try taking the batteries out of cordless phones (also usually trying to use 2.4GHz) and any other "cordless" devices you may have. 2.4GHz is a popular household electronics frequency, and lots of things you own - AND that your neighbours own, too - can affect your Broadband WiFi connection. These days, in suburbia, it's often more good luck than management that we get stable WiFi signals at all.
If all else fails and you can't find happiness with what you have, there's always the option of buying a WiFi range extender. It's further expense, but it does give results if you can't get by without them.
Re: Internet Cutting Out on Split SSID
24-08-2016 1:28 PM
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Re: Internet Cutting Out on Split SSID
24-08-2016 1:35 PM
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Have you tried manually changing the 5Ghz channel around on your router? Might help. There's a handy app called 'WiFi Analyzer' that will show you the least congested channels to go for where you are.
Re: Internet Cutting Out on Split SSID
24-08-2016 1:35 PM
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Yep, I just tested my phone on 2.4GHz, right next to my router, and it's only getting 1.3Mbps. Rather strangely, I'm only getting 0.9Mbps on 5G from the same router. I suspect that the issue lies with our phones more than with the router.
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24-08-2016 1:37 PM
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24-08-2016 1:38 PM
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Nahh, I've got a Umi Touch on Android.
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