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How "transparent" is AP switching supposed to be?
Orbi router and satellite pair, running 2.1.2.18. Subject says it all... Noticed on Samsung S5 and my brand new LG V30 running Nougat. Seems like as I wander I get switched between satellite and r...
As far as I know the switchover should happen seamlessly. I have experienced a plethora of problems with my Orbi system but never hard disconnects when roaming. Have you tried wnadering with other devices to see if the same thing happens?
I don't seem to have any issue with roaming between my router and my satellite. Actually, there are a number of RFCs regarding roaming of wireless clients and I chose the Orbi system, since they supported all of the current RFCs. However, it also depends on the wifi stack on the client, if it supports the newer protocol additions. So, I can't speak for any Android client, but all of my iOS clients do roam around very well and I never noticed any hiccups.
Do you have Fast Roaming enabled under Advanced Wireless Settings?
No, fast roaming not enabled. And thanks for replies so far.
My old S5 did a lot better than this new V30 (Android 7.x). I didn't have too many issues with the S5, but this new V30 is pretty constantly disconnecting, moving between 2.4 and 5 GHz, and swapping APs. Considering returning it and going for the Samsung S8 as a comparison (and desperation) - not that I want another Samsung phone...