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Helix Modem/Router Making a Constant Humming Noise
I have just switched to Helix Internet service since last week. I have notriced the Helix modem/router makes a constant humming sound. It isn't loud but since the room is always quiet, it is easil...
Good evening everyone.
A noisy Helix gateway is definately not normal. There's a fan to cool down the gateway, that said, it has been observed to be noisier on some units. It is a known problem.We also seen gateways that were noisier when installed into a close area like an enclosure, a shelve or a corner that can resonate. We invite you to contact our tech support so we can handle the case and propose a remplacement unit that will be more silent.
You can reach us by chat, by phone or through facebook, we will be glad to assist you with that.
Thanks for asking. It is a very good question.
-Alex D
it's the worst thing you ever heard. I unplugged the **blip** thing it's like mosquitoes in the ears constantly, with a strong pervasive thump, when you are genuinely ready to smash the device, it suddenly will stop just before you catch your breath to start again. And it's like having a fridge that's not cooled right or like an air conditioner, I had to distinguish which one is the air conditioner and which one is the helix but the air condition does not have such a high pitched deafening tone and the whole thing feels like you really need to sacrifice in order to get your internet. Hopefully, they discontinue this model and work on another one fast.
it has a lot of good features but not sure what to say ...
