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Orbi can't connect to internet during setup
I just hooked up and activated the CM1000 and it seems to be working fine. Connecting directly to a PC gives internet, and connecting it to the old router (Google WiFi) also gives internet. However, I...
I recieved my new system today and it installed just fine, not a single hiccup. It would seem that the previous router indeed had an issue with the yellow ethernet port or some other issue causing it to not connect to the internet.
I was able to get a hold of a tech at Netgear, and after going back and forth for 30 minutes, factory resetting the router twice, verifying that I indeed have working internet, and manually entering settings during setup, we determined the yellow "internet" port is most likely busted. I bought the system on Amazon so I've went ahead and ordered a replacement.
I was on the forums on my phone, so it was easiest to just snap a pic on my phone real fast and upload it, lol.
I was on the forums on my phone, so it was easiest to just snap a pic on my phone real fast and upload it, lol.
I recieved my new system today and it installed just fine, not a single hiccup. It would seem that the previous router indeed had an issue with the yellow ethernet port or some other issue causing it to not connect to the internet.