Last time I used TP-Link C7 tp-AC1750 router switched to original TM router D-link v2.08TM due to the frequent lost internet connection when downloading files.

I was shocked to find out that my TP-Link AC1750 router had this frequent lost internet connection problem. Strange to find out that D-link router is working perfectly during the entire period of downloading for hours without losing internet connection.

I've reset and reboot and even set the MAC number but also failed to work. Now I'm using TM's D-link router and retire my TP-link AC1750. Sounds ironic huh? I have no idea...

In addition to the above, I would like to seek the expert's advice here on my another new internet connection issues..

Recently I've purchased a new tv box to replace the previous tv box. The internet connection become unstable after I've switched to the new tv box. To troubleshoot this issue, I've switched back to the old tv box and found out the connection speed was extremely smooth. Both connections also used LAN ethernet so supposedly should work fine for both devices.

I was wondering could it be the "upstream device" remember the MAC address and can't renew to replace the new device. Very frustrated that can't use the new device to replace the old one as I can't get the stable internet connection on the new device.

Please help me...

tp link seems to be having reliability issues i suppose, but netgear, asus and linksys are much better.

However my setup uses mikrotik as router, asus as wifi AP and never ever hangs or drops.

The problem with your tv box is the speed of the tv box. Check the hardware specs of your tv box. If it is a 3rd party tv box, check that the firmware hasnt been riddled with malware/backdoors.

Dont worry, you're not alone. Im using C7 too. C7 performs best via wired connection. When comes to wirelress, even the 5ghz signal keeps disconnected and shift to 2.4ghz. I suspect this has to be done with the firmware. However, I never face internet disconnection when using this router.

Yes bro, it’s the same problem with me as well. We talked about this issue some time ago on another thread lol or was it someone else? Nevertheless, I suspect it’s only a problem with the C7 v2 firmware. There’s a newer C7 v4 and newer firmware version as well that is out now that could have solved this problem, and the cost is not too bad and slightly cheaper than the C7 v2 that I bought some time ago so if you’re thinking of changing it to the newer version, this could be the time.

I had faced the same issue of lost internet disconnection with my office ArcherC5 v2 (Firmware:
3.17.1 Build 20160317 Rel. 4317) via wifi. However, no this problem when i was in my home DIR-850L.

yes bro. we've talked about the same issues before. currently, i kept away my archer c7 away for future use and using the stock dlink dir615 router i purchased from another forumer yesterday. I must say, the legendary dir615 performs best with all ethernet port used up and one of the port used for connect dlink dap1360 to be used as a bridge + ap = due to im using 50mbps currently.

TM has just released the new firmware update for D-Link DIR-850L router.

Should we upgrade?

https://www.tm.com.my/OnlineHelp/Announceme...FI-ROUTER-.aspx

There seem to be no choice if you want to patch against the multiple vulnerabilities that exist within this router. Keep in mind that once you upgrade the firmware, ALL your future SSID name will have the ‘@unifi’ at the back of its name. I would rather change my router than have that in my SSID name! The list of changes after upgrading can be found here for anyone who is interested to see what has changed from the previous firmware:

http://www.dlink.com.my/dir-850l-msia/#firmware

It is relieved i didn't receive the dlink dir850 router. I flashed my current c1200 with aus firmware. escaped from the suffix "@unifi" thing.

This is what I would have done as well, if I have that particular router.

Same here . I won't do free advertising for TM

TM really desperate... What a pathetic attempt to force ppl to make free advertising for them!

Yes bro. Apart from getting negative reviews, c1200 performs better in aus firmware compared with malaysian firmware. The only flaw of this router is, the boot time.

Does DNS work with the new firmware? I mean setting it up from the router page.

Anyone upgraded the firmware to SG 2.10 version? will it works for unifi?
http://global.dlink-intl.com/starhub/dir-8...#step2-download

Can custom set google DNS on TM unifi 2.09 firmware ?

A little update. Just changed my router from Dlink DIR-850L (AC1200) to Tplink Archer C2 (AC750). I know the Tplink is an older model (and slower total throughput in Wi-fi) but now I can connect to TM IPv6 and maintain stable IPv6 connection even with Google IPv6 DNS. I couldnt do this with the Dlink. Signal strength from the Tplink is better due to its external antenna (Dlink only internal). Very happy with the Tplink.
Now i'm in dilemma in choosing Tplink vs Dlink switches for my new home. 16 ports Cat6 in total. 24 ports Tplink switch is cheaper a bit compared to 24 ports Dlink. Review-wise, many people use Dlink. Any idea? Both fanless. Pls dont suggest Cisco as they are very expensive. Only unmanaged switch needed.
Correction on my previous posts, 10Gbe switch are still very expensive and I'm postponing the idea of having 10Gbe connection for future.

This post has been edited by hayenadeblue: Dec 6 2017, 10:03 PM

From my previous experience with this model, yes, it works (even with the previous firmware) BUT only for IPv4. The DIR-850L have problems connecting to TM's IPv6 and couldnt set the DNS (to Google IPv6 DNS for example).
Hope this help.

They are similar, but you have to look at the fine print to see what they have in common, and what they don’t. Can’t really help you there, but I suggest changing your router to something newer like the C7 v4, or even the AC1200. The C2 is really outdated and it is no longer available, plus it have reach its EOL or end of life, and the firmware will never be updated.

Yes, I realized that before purchased the C2. I don't have plan to use the wifi (I already disable the wifi, plus, I'm quite happy with all the features and speed of its web interface). The router is connected to a 24 switch and other access points will take care the wifi. Why I'm doing this? Because my modem and router is located inside a room where the main communications line (phone and tm fibre) comes in and 16 CAT6 will cater the whole house LAN, wifi and even phone line. I don't want to have the modem, router beside my TV. BTW, thanks.

Thanks too about the advice on the switch. I bought TP-LINK, the desktop/rack version, as it is the only model available here in my place. It comes with bracket for me to mount to my 19" network rack.

So sorry OP, I kind of distracted the purpose of this thread. Let us continue to discuss about the DIR-850L? Anyone managed to get IPv6 with the latest firmware? I couldn't. With the TP-LINK, I can (refer to the attached image)