Diagnose first — router fixes are different from modem fixes.
When 'the router isn't working', the actual fault is often elsewhere — modem hung, ISP out, DNS broken. Replacing the router when the modem was the problem wastes ₹3-8k.
Diagnose first. If router is truly the cause (Wi-Fi side is broken, wired works fine), the fixes are: factory reset, firmware update, or replacement.
A 'broken router' might actually be a hung modem, a captive portal, or an ISP issue. Diagnose before you buy.
5-7 years typically. Older routers often can't keep up with modern speeds and 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
Start with restart. If issue persists, factory reset (you'll need to reconfigure).
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