Best Proven Hacks to Resolve Nighthawk M1 Shuts Down Issue

Since May 2023 started, we have been receiving complaints that plenty of users are facing the Nighthawk M1 shuts down issue despite successfully completing the setup process using the routerlogin username and password. In case you are also one of them, then prior to learning how to resolve it, you should know why it occurred in the first place. The same can be done if you continue reading this blog.

• Your Nighthawk M1 router is not getting an adequate power supply.
• There is WiFi interference in the room where you have placed the router.
• The router is kept quite far from the existing modem.
• Technical glitches can also lead to the Nighthawk M1 shuts down issue.

Considering you have made your brain aware of the reasons behind the issue in debate, the time has come for you to resolve it. You need to follow the hacks discussed further for that.

[Resolved] Nighthawk M1 Shuts Down Issue

1. Choose Any Other Socket

As mentioned above, the number one reason why you are experiencing the Nighthawk M1 shuts down issue is because your router is not getting proper electricity. This might be because of one of the following reasons:

• The wall socket to which your router is connected is damaged.
• In case your router is connected to the socket via a cable, it is loose.

In the first scenario, you need to choose another wall socket in your house to give the responsibility of supplying power to your networking device. And in the second case, you have got to reconnect the cable after unplugging it.

For your information, only the older router models come with a power cable. In case you are using one of the models, then only the first hack is applicable in your case.

2. Turn the Router OFF ON

Despite following the previous hack, in case you are still experiencing the Nighthawk M1 shuts down issue, then you should consider turning your router off and on. In simple words, restart your networking device. The same can be executed by you if you walk through the instructions discussed here:

• Press the power button on the router to turn it off.
• Let the device stay idle for some time.
• Turn on the router.

In case you got stuck while trying to reboot your networking device, then it is recommended that you get in touch with our team of professionals. They will definitely be of some help to you in coming out of the mess that you are in.

3. Remove WiFi Intrusion

Chances are that you have placed your router in a room where Bluetooth speakers, baby monitors, washing machines, treadmills, televisions, and similar devices are also placed. You should know that these devices emit electromagnetic waves due to which your Nighthawk M1 shuts down.

To take care of the problem, we suggest you remove WiFi interference by changing the location of your router. Apart from the examples given in the last paragraph, do not keep your router near reflexive surfaces and metal objects. Some examples are:

• Aluminum studs
• Fish tanks
• Metal blinds

Now check again if you are able to resolve the Nighthawk M1 shuts down issue. In case, it is still bothering you, then you already know what to do, i.e. continue reading.

4. Place Devices in the Vicinity

Do not tell us that you belong to the 40% percent of users who make the mistake of placing the router in one corner of the house and the modem in another. In case, you indeed are, then you should not waste any more time in bringing them closer.

You can do this by unplugging your router from its socket and plugging it into the one where you have placed your router. FYI whether you have done Netgear N600 setup in your home or configured any other model by Netgear, this hack can be implemented for all models. Great, isn’t it?

The Bottom Line

As outlined in the introduction of this blog, the Nighthawk M1 shuts down issue has been faced by a number of users. Considering you are one of them, we hope that after following the troubleshooting hacks mentioned above, you will be able to resolve the same issue.

On the off chance, you are still experiencing the exact issue; you should not wait any further before contacting our professionals. Without taking much of your time, they will shed light on various other hacks that have not been mentioned above which can be used to resolve the Nighthawk M1 shuts down issue.