My network with three GJ2CQ routers delivers only half the speed — except on the main one

[rabecerravel]

Hello everyone, good day! I’d like to share an issue I’m experiencing.

At home, I have three Google WiFi routers (model GJ2CQ). The two secondary units (repeater nodes) are connected to the main router using a switch and Ethernet cables. Both the switch and the cables support 1,000 Mbps.

My home internet speed is 180 Mbps. If my phone connects to the main router, it gets the full 180 Mbps. But if it connects to either of the repeaters, it only gets around 90 Mbps.

However, if I disconnect one of the repeaters, the other one gives me the full 180 Mbps, as expected.

It seems like the main router splits the bandwidth between the two repeaters. Has anyone experienced something similar?
Is there a way to change or improve this configuration?

Thanks in advance!

[virnab]

Hi rabecerravel,

Thanks for reaching out to our community.

I understand you're experiencing some speed inconsistency with your Google Wifi system, especially on the two points connected to your main router with a wired backhaul. I appreciate you sharing the troubleshooting steps you've already taken; that gives us a good starting point. I can definitely help you look into this.

To help me get a clearer picture of your setup and figure out the best way forward, could you please provide some more information?

• How often does this issue occur? Does this happen continuously or intermittently?
• What's your approximate home or apartment's lot area in square feet?
• Were there any recent changes in your network setup?
• How many devices actively use the internet at once?
• Did you change your Internet Service Provider (ISP)?
• Do you use a modem and router combo?
• Is Google Wifi the only device connected directly to the modem?

I will be looking forward to your response.

Best regards,

Virna