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Not reaching full internet speed - RBR20
First post, so hopefully someone can help. I have recently moved into a smaller house. We had tech support help us set up the custom Orbi settings the first time around, but now we have moved, I ca...
I believe your modem has a built in router already.
Modem Combo Units:
Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode. You'll need to contact the ISP for help and information in regards to the modem being bridged correctly.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ for the IP address the Orbi router gets from the modem. Then you can use the Orbi router in Router mode.
3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the Orbi router to the modem, configure AP mode on the Orbi router. https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo&app=desktop
I currently have the Gateway modem in bridge mode and connected to the Orbi. The Orbi is in router mode. Is there a speed or stability benefit to having the Orbi in AP mode rather than router mode in this setup?
tmbslce wrote:I currently have the Gateway modem in bridge mode and connected to the Orbi. The Orbi is in router mode. Is there a speed or stability benefit to having the Orbi in AP mode rather than router mode in this setup?
i can't help you with the different modes, perhaps this will:
What WiFi devices are you using to speed test with?
Is Circle enabled on the RBR?
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed yet?
Definately try AP mode with the RBR and the modem in router mode.
tmbslce wrote:I currently have the Gateway modem in bridge mode and connected to the Orbi. The Orbi is in router mode. Is there a speed or stability benefit to having the Orbi in AP mode rather than router mode in this setup?
I have been using my M1 Macbook Pro and iPhone 11Pro. Circle is disabled, and I have completed a factory reset and brand new setup which did not help unfortunately.
FURRYe38 wrote:What WiFi devices are you using to speed test with?
Is Circle enabled on the RBR?
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed yet?
I have not tried this yet, so will give it a go and see how it works.
Definately try AP mode with the RBR and the modem in router mode.
Check your connection rates with WiFi sweetspots for the iphone.
On Mac Book, Hold Opt button then right click on the wifi icon to see details about the connection. Rate should be displayed.
iOhone is only 2x2 so you'll not see much over 400-500Mb.
My Mac Book 2018 just under 500Mpbs connected at 866Mbs rate wiich is max on Orbi AC 5Ghz. Just tested my iphone 12 Max just tested 500Mpbs at 640Mpbs rate with that wifisweet spots app. My Mac Book does 700Mbps on a AX system since it can connect at 1300Mpbs. Iphone is still about the same on a AX system due ot the 2x2 antenna design. 4x4 or higher is needed to achieve higher speeds beyong 500Mpbs.
