AX - modem problems

Hi, In the past few days I did nothing but search the forums for any solutions.. But I am at the end of my knowledge .. 8 I am a simple user...) I have UPC fibernet, I got a router/modem from the provider. I have asked them to switch of the router function, so I could use the AX ( 2nd generation )as a base station, and I have extended the range with a 2nd one ( original router was not enough ), and OSX Maverick. Now my problem is , that after several hours I have to restart the modem, then there is a wifi connection, but no internet. If I use only the lan cable, there is not prob with the internet connection at all .. I have checked, DHCP or NAT no bridge function, I have checked the channels... Has anyone any idea?

Update: It is enough if e restart the AX, then the internet connection is back, temporary......But this morning I had to do the restart 5 times ..

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