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Cannot connect to 5G network on Orbi 3000 from Windows or Mac
I have an Orbi AC3000(RBK53). I'm trying to connect to the 5G network from both a Macbook and a Windows 10 laptop. On both laptops I can see three networks: ORBI22, ORBI22_2GEXT, and ORBI22_5GEXT....
What Firmware is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode?
First off you should only be seeing 1 SSID name.
2. You should set up a custom SSID name on the RBR. Can be anything, something fun or intuitive. It's not recommended to use the default one that comes on the system. Use a wired PC or Mac to connect to the back of the RBR and log into 192.168.1.1 or orbilogin.com and configure the SSID name and PW for the wifi.
3. After the RBR is setup, you need to get the RBS correctly synced to the RBR. Be sure the RBS FW is up to date and the same version as whats on the RBR. Press the sync button in back of the RBR then do the same on the RBS, one at a time. They should sync and turn BLUE on the top ring. Then turn OFF.
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or maynot be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, Circle, Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).
Firmware: RBR50 v2.3.5.30
Router is from Spectrum. It is a E31U2V1, DOCSIS 3.1 eMTA
Orbi is operating in Router mode
House is approx 2400 SQFT
Satellites are less than 30ft from base
2.4Ghz is channel 6
5Ghz is channel 44
No other wifi signals nearby
So, when you connected to the "ordinary" ORBI22", which channel did the Orbi say it connected at? (2.4G or 5G)?
Hmmmm. I may not have a problem. I signed onto the Orbi router "orbilogin.com" and it appears that while everything I have is signed onto the "ORBI22" network, my devices have a mix of 2.4G and 5G connections. Someone told me that Orbi is dual-band and will select the most appropriate network to connect to??? So maybe I don't have a problem?
Devices will connect to the best WiFi signal. Many older devices only support 2.4GHz, so they cannot and will not use the 5GHz band. Devices that support both bands may connect to the 2.4GHz since it can travel further distance than the 5GHz signal.
frocha wrote:Firmware: RBR50 v2.3.5.30
Router is from Spectrum. It is a E31U2V1, DOCSIS 3.1 eMTA
Orbi is operating in Router mode
House is approx 2400 SQFT
Satellites are less than 30ft from base <30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router
2.4Ghz is channel 6
5Ghz is channel 44
No other wifi signals nearby
Yes, you don't seem to have a problem. Orbi is working as designed with 1 SSID name being broadcast for each frequency. I recommend changing the Orbi## default SSID name to something different.
Please mark your thread as solved so others will know.
Enjoy. :smileywink:
