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Kiwibhoy
Aspirant
Aug 27, 2024
Solved

Disabling the 5ghz network

Equipment: Fritzbox Modem RBR40 and satellite RBS40  Problem I want to disable the 5ghz network.  I have disabled the 2.4 and 5 ghz wifi on the Fritzbox, and I have unchecked the 5ghz enable box ...
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    Kiwibhoy
    Aug 28, 2024

    Thanks for that, it appears to work although I have left the broadcast check box unchecked. My phone is now connecting to the 2.4ghz network which is good.

    All the other devices that joined the 5ghz network are still on the 5ghz network which is fine.  All these devices are in the same location as the router or satellite.

    Thanks for your assistance.

     

     

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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Aug 27, 2024

Orbi systems do not support disabling of the wifi radios. They are always ON. 
Can only turn down the power settings is all:

Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings

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    Kiwibhoy
    Aspirant
    Aug 28, 2024

    Thanks for the advice i will try turning the power down.  I do wonder why is there an enable check box.