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buchi4061
Aspirant
Jan 10, 2022

Cant access AP mode on Netgear Orbi RBR50

HI I had my Netgear Orbi in AP mode for some time ( approx 2 years) which was setup by a Netgear support person after much actioning the product. I was having issues with the internet connection and...
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buchi4061
Aspirant
Jan 11, 2022

HI Fluffye38- Thank you I was able to get into the webpage and adjust to AP mode.

 

One last question. I did a speed test and i am now getting the speeds that i previously had with the ISP router as well as with the Orbi now before i place this in AP mode  ..what is the best advice ? Is it to keep the orbi as is connected to router or to make it into AP mode? Would there be any conflict with the other ISP router  if i just keep the Orbi as is and not in AP mode?

 

I know if i put the Orbi into AP mode then i cant use the APP as a downside. So no firmware updates?

 

Also  just to let you know i have 2 sateleittes both are upstairs in 2 storey home and the Orbi router is downstairs next to the ISP router

 

To get the best performace what should i do ? AP mode or leave as is with 2 SSID in the same household

 

Appreciate the advice.

 

Thanks ...Steve 

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jan 11, 2022
    buchi4061 wrote:

    HI Fluffye38- Thank you I was able to get into the webpage and adjust to AP mode.

     

    One last question. I did a speed test and i am now getting the speeds that i previously had with the ISP router as well as with the Orbi now before i place this in AP mode  ..what is the best advice ? Is it to keep the orbi as is connected to router or to make it into AP mode? Would there be any conflict with the other ISP router  if i just keep the Orbi as is and not in AP mode?

    Keeping in AP mode would be recommended. 

     

    I know if i put the Orbi into AP mode then i cant use the APP as a downside. So no firmware updates?

     

    Also  just to let you know i have 2 sateleittes both are upstairs in 2 storey home and the Orbi router is downstairs next to the ISP router

    30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR and RBS📡 to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.
    https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite 📡

     

    To get the best performace what should i do ? AP mode or leave as is with 2 SSID in the same household

    I would turn OFF the ISP Modems wifi radios to reduce wifi noise and interferences between the modem and orbi systems wifi. You only need the Orbi wifi to connect too.