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Help me refine my current Orbi home WiFi network (RBK50) (VS change to Nighthawk setup)
Greetings,
I believe this is likely a fairly common question here, but after searching for far too much time, I can't seem to come to the best conclusion for my case. I am looking for the absol...
What FW is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between them to begin with depending upon building materials. I have a 5000sq ft home and just the base routers upstairs at one end and the satellite downstairs at the opposite end 40 feet away. Great coverage and performance.
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
What WPA security modes are you using?
Try enableding Beamforming and MIMO.
Firmware version: 2.2.1.210 (which is the most current version AFAIK)
Modem: Cisco DPQ3212
Distance between router and satellite: ~50 feet (but as mentioned, the satellite speed seems higher than router)
2.4 Ghz Channels: Auto
Neighbors: Currently showing my guest network, and one other network. Occasionally will show 1 or 2 more, I believe. The one other network is currently showing it's Channel 4. From a cursory internet, and not extreme in depth understanding of 2.4Ghz characteristics, it seems Channel 1 should be a good channel for me to set to?
Security: WPA2-PSK
I'm currently unfamiliar with Beamforming and MIMO, so will need to research that further. Any additional insight is helpful for me and of course any future readers with a similar problem.
- So I tried each recommended 2.4 GHz channel mentioned (1,6,11) and none made a significant difference in signal strength/speed.
I did note that my mini is connecting consistently to the 2.4 rather than the 5 GHz. Any other suggestions to strengthen the 5 GHz signal to the area?