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New Orbi firmware 2.1.2.18 update issues?
I noticed that there was a new firmware version 2.1.2.18 for Orbi RBK50. Has anyone installed this version, and has there been any issues after the installation. Please provide any details that you...
I purchased this system to simplfy my home wifi. Upon inital install I upgraded to 2.1.1.16 and hard wired 2 satellites in my home for the full speed backhaul. I was pleased with the system in general, but surprised by the length of time it took to reboot the system. Then 2.1.2.18 firmware arrived and the system became unusable. After spending 2-3 hours trying to reboot and reset the system, I decided to return the system while I could receive a full refund.
Then I purchased 3 UniFi (Ubiquiti) AP AC LR and used my original router (Asus RT-AC87R). The installation was a breeze and the "functional speed" of my devices has never been better! I can add additional AP's and once provisioned, they will function exactly as all the previously installed units. One SSID and I can't be more HAPPY!
YMMV, but I’m now just over 7 days since upgrading to 2.1.2.18. Zero reboots. Systems seem to have settled in to what appears to be the closest router or satellite. I do still have my 1 chromecast device turned off but it was on an already smart TV anyway as a backup. No issues with my android 7.0 December security patch Verizon phone.
Starting to think this is my stable system now, but hopefull as next versions come down the pike that we won’t slide backwards at all.