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I am appalled that there is NO GUEST NETWORK option for the new ORBI!
I got a reply on my ticket from Netgear from Brian Expert ID 46378 saying, "With that being said, please be informed that the Orbi unit does not have a Guest network feature for the meantime. I belie...
I am also disappointed that Netgear did not include the guest network. I had gotten so used to seeing it on my routers that I've been buying for the last several years which of all been netgear, that I did not look for it in the specs for the new one. But it kind of is an expected item anymore, so I hope Netgear steps up to the plate and enables it in the firmware update soon, as I got it for a new house, and am planning on having plenty of guests there. It is especially important for kids with wifi-only tablets.
hi
i cant tell you when of if the orbi will get guest network , yes its disapointing its not available but as suggested its not advertised or suggested that it is or will be available on the web site , there has been suggestion here that it may be available in the future but when at this stage there is no way of knowingand no indication from netgear thenmselves at this stage
pete
Whether or not the Guest Network capability was advertised, it is still sad that Netgear did such a crappy launch with this router. I for one would also assume it would be a standard feature anymore on any decent router system.
I have had so many issues with the Orbi it will be going back next week. I still have the main router freeze up every few days and have to keep the beamforming feature turned off just so my Nest Cams don't disconnect all the time.
i would suggest you get a replacement orbi system and see if the same occours as here i do not have those issues at all
The firmware update v1.4.0.16 which is now available adds guest networking support.
