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thatoneandonly
Apr 19, 2018Tutor
How can I make sure my Orbit Satellites are Daisy Linked?
Hi, I have a netgear orbi system with one main modem and two satelites (Firmware Version: V2.1.2.18). The first satelite works perfectly, however when I turn the third satelite on it synchornizes aut...
thatoneandonly
Apr 20, 2018Tutor
Well, I turned the 3rd satelite on, and it said it was connected to the other staelite for about 10 minutes before suddenly saying it was disconnected. Another thing I've noticed is that when the third satelite is on, the devices in my section of the property will be randomly booted offline at random times whereas machines on other parts of the property are uneffected. This happens less often, not never, when the third satelite is turned off. This is strange I wonder why this is happening?
Thank you.
FURRYe38
Apr 20, 2018Guru - Experienced User
Try moving the satllite closer, say 50 feet and try again. Possible that the distance is too far...
What channels are you using on the Orbi router? Auto or manual?
- thatoneandonlyApr 20, 2018Tutor
I believe manual, but how could I check that?
As for the distance, it seems strage that my devices in my area (mostly) would have no problem connectig to the other satelite, but the third router would have so much trouble from the exact same distance...
- thatoneandonlyApr 20, 2018Tutor
Thank you very much for your time.