Orbi Firmware Update 2.5.0.38

Retired_Member
Nov 03, 2019
Roll your firmware back to an eariler version and stop doing manual updates.
- Nixerr
  Aspirant
  Nov 03, 2019
  I searched downloads for my RBK50 v2 system and the only firmware available to download is the dreaded v2.5.0.38. Can you provide a link to previous versions? I performed a complete reset of my Orbi system (as suggested) and the results arent much better, in fact it seems that the wireless range is not as good as it was prior to this latest firmware update and I have encountered some wifi blackspots in my house again. I need to get this back to a workable state, thank you.
  - Retired_Member
    Nov 03, 2019
    If a earlier version is not available on the NG download area, I'm not sure where to look. Maybe other can chime in.
FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Nov 04, 2019
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode?

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?

Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or maynot be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, Circle, Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).

Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
https://kb.netgear.com/31486/How-do-I-reset-my-Orbi-system-to-factory-default-settings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePZSc7vnRlQ
Alanandstaci wrote:
Ever since i updated, I have had issues with my wifi slowing way down, almost to 10 or 15 when I normally get near 300. Then I have to reboot and it works for a while. Then it happens again. Please help I have the RBR50 V2
- Retired_Member
  Nov 04, 2019
  FURRYe38 wrote:
  What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
  Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode?
  
  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?
  
  Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or maynot be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
  Try disabling the following and see:
  Armor, Circle, Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).
  
  Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
  https://kb.netgear.com/31486/How-do-I-reset-my-Orbi-system-to-factory-default-settings
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePZSc7vnRlQ
  Alanandstaci wrote:
  Ever since i updated, I have had issues with my wifi slowing way down, almost to 10 or 15 when I normally get near 300. Then I have to reboot and it works for a while. Then it happens again. Please help I have the RBR50 V2
  FYI...the OP is: Orbi Firmware Update 2.5.0.38 so why are you asking all of these of questions. Just tell to them to revert their firmware.
  - ryanaroha
    Star
    Nov 05, 2019
    Retired_Member wrote:
    FURRYe38 wrote:
    What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
    Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode?
    
    What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? ... What channels are you using? Auto? ... Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many? .. Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
    https://kb.netgear.com/31486/How-do-I-reset-my-Orbi-system-to-factory-default-settings
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePZSc7vnRlQ
    Alanandstaci wrote:
    Ever since i updated, I have had issues with my wifi slowing way down, almost to 10 or 15 when I normally get near 300. Then I have to reboot and it works for a while. Then it happens again. Please help I have the RBR50 V2
    FYI...the OP is: Orbi Firmware Update 2.5.0.38 so why are you asking all of these of questions. Just tell to them to revert their firmware.
    Agreed. About 12 hours ago I finally did the downgrade to v2.3.5.30. First the satellite, then after I noticed no improvement, did the RBR as well. Since then I'm back to the way things have been for years -- i.e., my laptop hasn't dropped off the wifi a single time.

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