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Forcing 2.4 Ghz WiFi on Orbi RBR50 Guest Network
i have a Netgear Orbi router with both 5 and 2.4 G WiFi networks. I have some devices that specifically require a 2.4 g network but sometimes only the 5g network is available. how can i force Orbi to...
Turn OFF all RBS first. Change the power output of the 5Ghz radio to 25%. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
Then connect your mobile device at a distance from the RBR to ensure the mobile phone keeps connected to the 2.4Ghz radio. After you get the IoT device connected, re-configure the system back to where it was.
Be sure that 20/40 MHz Coexistence enabled.
Turn OFF all RBS first. Change the power output of the 5Ghz radio to 25%. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
Then connect your mobile device at a distance from the RBR to ensure the mobile phone keeps connected to the 2.4Ghz radio. After you get the IoT device connected, re-configure the system back to where it was.
Be sure that 20/40 MHz Coexistence enabled.