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Extend Orbi Wifi a Little
I have an RBR50, with 2 satellites (RBS50 and RBW30). The house is 3 stories and about 400 square feet, with an Orbi on each floor. I believe I have good connectivity throughout.. even descent covera...
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended.
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and 📡 satellite(s)? 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 ‌‌🛰️
For that size of home the RBR and 1 RBS should be good enough to cover that home.
Too Much Wifi: https://youtu.be/UR0viMLISz4
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and 40 to 48 channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?