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Posted on 1/8/22 at 1:44 pm
Posted by MarlinMan
BSL
Member since Sep 2007
2533 posts
Posted on 1/8/22 at 1:44 pm
It’s installed with a new modem/Wi-Fi router box. I’m now getting error codes to unplug and replug in my HDMI cables going from the Roku stick to my 4k LG TVs. Do I need to upgrade the HDMI cables to the 4k HDCP 2.2 cables now? What else do I need to upgrade? TIA…. Just want to make the most of the new band width for picture quality. Anyone else going/went through this?
Posted by scottfruget
Member since Nov 2010
3392 posts
Posted on 1/8/22 at 1:56 pm to
Been using Fiber for two years. No issue at all with any devices.
Posted by Joshjrn
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2008
27163 posts
Posted on 1/8/22 at 2:37 pm to
Having faster internet shouldn't break anything, and it certainly shouldn't start throwing error codes. Are you sure you didn't change your SID name/security type, etc?
Posted by MarlinMan
BSL
Member since Sep 2007
2533 posts
Posted on 1/8/22 at 2:52 pm to
Thanks. Yes. All settings/passwords, etc. were simply transferred from the old box. I’m realizing that the Roku and other streaming devices are at least 3-5 years old, so replacing them is probably smart ( @ $50 ea, they are not too expensive and may have update internal hardware components that will make a big difference. The more research I do, I’m learning more. From the pole on my street to my tv screen, there are several components (boxes, wires, etc.) that may be weak links restricting performance just cause they are old. Thanks for your help!! Happy new year!!
Posted by kywildcatfanone
Wildcat Country!
Member since Oct 2012
119505 posts
Posted on 1/8/22 at 5:28 pm to
Moved to ATT Fiber at my new house. Bought the Netgear Orbi6 with 2 satellites. No issues for me at all.
Posted by armsdealer
Member since Feb 2016
11532 posts
Posted on 1/8/22 at 8:39 pm to
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I’m realizing that the Roku and other streaming devices are at least 3-5 years old,


They are still selling 2019 model Roku's, yours is probably fine.
Posted by craynagin
North Louisiana
Member since Dec 2006
466 posts
Posted on 1/8/22 at 10:46 pm to
Expect to be very happy with the upgrade.
Posted by Ricardo
Member since Sep 2016
4916 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 5:47 am to
Is the AT&T gateway the only router you're using?
Posted by jkylejohnson
Alexandria
Member since Dec 2016
14021 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 6:56 am to
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AT&T gateway

That’s what we use and we also have Suddenlink. I can’t understand how 400mb Suddenlink is always much faster on Speedtest than AT&T fiber.
Posted by ArkLaTexTiger
Houston
Member since Nov 2009
2470 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 8:44 am to
Assuming the broadcasted name of your new router is the same you probably need to reboot your devices so they can log in and get their new ip addresses.
Posted by SG_Geaux
Beautiful St George
Member since Aug 2004
78068 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 8:48 am to
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I’m now getting error codes to unplug and replug in my HDMI cables going from the Roku stick to my 4k LG TVs.


This has nothing to do with your Fiber
Posted by MarlinMan
BSL
Member since Sep 2007
2533 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 9:02 am to
yes, I have the Google wifi pucks (3) setup and working fine. Just ordered a new Roku Express 4K+ 2021 | Streaming Media Player with an 8k HDMI cable. I hope this will provide great results... Roku sells an ethernet connected unit also..
Posted by Joshjrn
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2008
27163 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 9:16 am to
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That’s what we use and we also have Suddenlink. I can’t understand how 400mb Suddenlink is always much faster on Speedtest than AT&T fiber.


If 400mb Suddenlink is "always much faster" than your 1G fiber service, you have your devices set up incorrectly. I generally get 700/700 over wifi, and I don't think I've gone below 450 anywhere in my house, under any conditions, ever.
Posted by jkylejohnson
Alexandria
Member since Dec 2016
14021 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 8:04 pm to
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Have your devices set up incorrectly


I don’t really know what to do any differently. I’m moderately tech savvy but I just don’t know what to do in this instance.
Posted by Tortious
ATX
Member since Nov 2010
5142 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 9:22 pm to
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I generally get 700/700 over wifi, and I don't think I've gone below 450 anywhere in my house, under any conditions, ever.


What kind of wifi router you using?
Posted by Joshjrn
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2008
27163 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 9:24 pm to
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I don’t really know what to do any differently. I’m moderately tech savvy but I just don’t know what to do in this instance.


My knee jerk is that you might have it set up as single band, but there are a ton of variables and possibilities.
Posted by Joshjrn
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2008
27163 posts
Posted on 1/9/22 at 9:25 pm to
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What kind of wifi router you using?


The newest version of the big white chunky thing ATT requires. Nothing special.
Posted by BobRoss
Member since Jun 2014
1694 posts
Posted on 1/10/22 at 8:35 am to
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Is the AT&T gateway the only router you're using?


Strongly recommend using a 3rd party router. I had issues with the wifi dropping until I started using my own.
Posted by notsince98
KC, MO
Member since Oct 2012
18073 posts
Posted on 1/10/22 at 3:08 pm to
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It’s installed with a new modem/Wi-Fi router box. I’m now getting error codes to unplug and replug in my HDMI cables going from the Roku stick to my 4k LG TVs. Do I need to upgrade the HDMI cables to the 4k HDCP 2.2 cables now? What else do I need to upgrade? TIA…. Just want to make the most of the new band width for picture quality. Anyone else going/went through this?



Sounds like a coincidence and not fiber related. roku has issues with this now and then. Unplug and re-plug cables can help. You might also try changing chroma from 4:2:0 to 4:2:2. By no logical reason should that make a difference but it does with some setups.
Posted by SaintEB
Member since Jul 2008
22785 posts
Posted on 1/12/22 at 8:28 am to
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Strongly recommend using a 3rd party router. I had issues with the wifi dropping until I started using my own.


I second this. ATT WIFI gateway was a weekly problem with signal drop. I started using a linksys router and haven't had the issue in months.
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