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AT&T Fiber (Gigabit service) + Arris BGW210 + Orbi - half speed?
I just got an Arris BGW210 to replace my Pace 5268AC RG from AT&T. I have everything connected and belive I have the Orbi correctly set up in IP Passthrough mode. Running some speed tests I get about...
HI guys sorry I haven't responded. After receiving the BGW I just put it in IP passthrough mode and left everything as default. Nothing special for the Orbi. As far as testing if you use the built in speed test program either in the phone app or the web app it doesn't seem to be accurate. Use a standalone speed testing app (e.g. speedtest.net) and you'll see higher speeds. I found that if you get the actual SpeedTest standalone app (it's on the Mac app store, unsure if Windows has one) I saw higher speeds at 800 down 900 up. Good luck everyone.
Just ran the tests. Connected directly to the modem I get 900/900 (up/down). When I put the Orbi in AP mode I get 900/900. So it appears that the Orbi is capable, but maybe some of the advanced features are slowing it down. I don't use Circle or Bitdefender Armor. I may need Circle in the future but for now the kids aren't going on random internet sites.
Are you using IP Passthrough for the Orbi when it's in router mode?
FURRYe38 wrote:Are you using IP Passthrough for the Orbi when it's in router mode?
Yes I am using IP Passthrough for Orbi when in router mode
Try a factory reset and setup the RBR in router mode. Besure to not use the QoS/Speedtest app this time. Just setup using default settings initially then speed test from a wired PC using there speedtest app.
Aiku1337 wrote:
FURRYe38 wrote:Are you using IP Passthrough for the Orbi when it's in router mode?
Yes I am using IP Passthrough for Orbi when in router mode
I'm curious to see if Aiku was successful in getting better speeds. I'm having the same issue with the same set up. I will be calling my ISP to setup in transparent bridge mode. What are the preferred settings on the Orbi router to ensure I get top speeds?
Were you able to get the 900/900 connection? If so, what configuration changes did you make? I have the exact same setup that you do.
Thanks!