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SLK-Purdue
Apr 11, 2020Luminary
BUG REPORT - Connected Orbi info doesn't match between app and WebUI. App is correct.
Was chasing a house problem and found that the "Connected Orbi" info does not match between the app (iOS v 2.4.21.1) and the WebUI (Firmware 2.5.1.8). Multple devices in the same rooms with the sate...
CrimpOn
Apr 11, 2020Guru - Experienced User
There must be a dozen post threads about this issue. Late last year, someone at Netgear decided to "improve" the way Orbi identifies "Attached Devices", and people have been having problem after problem. So:
- You are correct.
- You are not alone.
- The only solution that has been found is to manually load the previous firmware on the Orbi.
Not everyone encounters this problem. (I do not.) Those who do have only two choices: (1) "live with it", or (2) install the older firmware.
Please browse through any of the posts that feature "Devices" or "firmware 2.5.1.8".