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Further Reduce the Transmit Power in Orbi
Model= RBK40-100UKS
Firmware Version 2.2.1.210
I just bought the RBK40, and even though I changed the Transmit Power to 25%, I still found the signal is too strong and cause me headache (My room is just 20 sq.m. and the router is 3 m away).
Thus I was looking for a way to further reduce the transmit power. Found this article:
https://medium.com/openwrt-iot/lede-openwrt-changing-transmission-power-c2d4f2a3cda7
With some trials, telnet'ed into the router, and successfully added the parameters:
option 'txpower' '17'
to the file :
/etc/config/wireless
I could save the file (saved and re-opened the file to confirm the changes). The problem is after the reboot, the parameters are gone. Probably the file was replaced at the router startup.
Need some advice how can I reduce the transmit power?
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I have the RBR50, so I am not 100% certain that this applies to the RBR40.
Using the web client, "Advanced Setup-->Wireless Settings has settings for Transmit Power Control.
The Transmit Power Control setting can only go down to 25% that is already my selection. But the power is still too strong and cause me headache. I need to find a way to reduce further.
You are correct. I didn't pull down the menu.
It might be helpful to give more explanation of "headache". I have RBK50 (which I believe has greater maximum power than the RBR40) with both the router and satellite set to 100%. We routinely use mobile phones & tablets (both Apple & Android), laptop, and printer within 10 ft. of the Orbi with no isues. (Often within 5 ft.) Our Nest thermostat is literally 3 ft. away from the Satellite and security hub is in the same room as the router. None of my devices seem to be bothered by being close to the Orbi's.
