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    Netgear R8000 slow download speeds

    If I connect my modem directly to my computer I get speeds in excess of 700MB down. If I go through the router it drops to 300. If I use the Wi-Fi I get around 350. Anyone else seen this? I updated the firmware today and it didn't affect anything. Both of my cables (to and from the router) both...
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    Streaming home movies from an external HD

    Thanks for the reply. I looked at Plex it requires your computer to be on as well. John
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    Streaming home movies from an external HD

    I'm looking for a way to stream home video from my external HD (WD my book 4 TB) to either a Roku 4 or a Apple TV 4. The HD is hooked up to the usb 3.0 port on my Netgear R7000. I want to do this while the computer is off. I can use ITunes or VLC while the computer is on. I'm ok with buying...
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    Switches that allow the LEDs to be turned off

    I'm looking for an 8 port switch that I can turn off the LEDs on as I plan to use it under my TV and I can't have the lights blinking while it is dark. Thanks.
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