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Stinky_W_Teats
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May 25, 2023
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Orbi AC3000 generally unhappy

hi, I am struggling with a few issues with wifi on my Orbis:    I have six Phorus PR5 receivers (these are hard-wired to an amp which is connected to wired ceiling speakers around the house and al...
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    Stinky_W_Teats
    Jun 14, 2023

    Final update:  I bought the Nintendo Ethernet adapter (above) for all the PR5s and they have been rock solid since. 

     

    Given that the MBP does not always appear in the list of AirPlay devices, plus the iPad issue when connected to the Orbi satellite, plus the drop outs on signal on the Orbis, I will lay the blame on the Orbis, but it is not 100% proven. 

     

    Done messing with this, and shame i had to throw money at the issues. 

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KevinLiT
NETGEAR Moderator
May 30, 2023

Hello CrimpOn ,

 

Thank you for your response!

 

The ac standard lives entirely in the 5GHz spectrum. While some more modern routers broadcast 802.11n in 5GHz as well as 2.4GHz they remain relatively rare.

 

Best,

Kevin

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