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apercele79
Aspirant
May 21, 2020
Solved

Internet goes out every so often. Can I check whether it's my modem or my Orbi setup?

Several times a day, my internet goes out for literally a minute and then works normally as if nothing happened. But it's safe to say that it's super annoying. Am I able to check what the issue is, whether it's my modem or this AC3000 kit?

  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    May 27, 2020

    Glad that worked. Please mark your thread as solved so others will know. 


    Enjoy. :smileywink:

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User

    What Firmware version is currently loaded?
    What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
    Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode?

    What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
    What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router

     

    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?

     

    • apercele79's avatar
      apercele79
      Aspirant

      Thanks for the very detailed reply, it ended up being my modem. I changed it that same day and havent had an issue since.

       

      Thank you again!

       

       

       

      • FURRYe38's avatar
        FURRYe38
        Guru - Experienced User

        Glad that worked. Please mark your thread as solved so others will know. 


        Enjoy. :smileywink: