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Are issues w/ Orbi mainly for those using Router mode or AP mode?
I am using my Orbi in AP mode (mainly because I have Verizon FiOS and have to use their router). I am happy to say I have had few issues. My SAT has been up for 18 days (since I last intentionally re...
Router mode - no issues.
It's not router vs AP mode. I've seen complaints from both sets of users. Also I've seen users who have had issues setting it up as a router then switched to AP mode and still have the same issues. So no.
I have been running router mode since getting the Orbi 4 months ago and have had very few actual issues, and none that I could not find a workaround for.
The Orbi Traffic Meter does not work in AP mode. I'm not sure what else doesn't work in AP mode. Guess I should search the forum.
If I don't put my Comcast gateway in bridge mode, I have to put my Orbi in AP mode.
If I DO put my gateway in Bridge mode, I MUST remember to put my Orbi in Router mode.
