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bhontz
Oct 16, 2017Aspirant
Orbi RBK40 confirming satellite operation
All, I recently installed a video doorbell which after installation (but not in pre-sales testing provided) claims I have poor wireless connectivity at my doorbell. I snapped open my Orbi app and n...
st_shaw
Oct 16, 2017Master
I believe this is a known bug. If devices (other than the doorbell) can reach the LAN and Internet when connected to the satellite, then it's working.
bhontz
Oct 16, 2017Aspirant
One problem I see here is how do I know those devices aren't simply connecting through the main Orbi hub? Is there a way I can take the satellite out of the equation (disconnect it for example) and "measure" wifi signal / performance at a location like the doorbell?
- st_shawOct 16, 2017Master
You can log into the main Orbi's IP address and look at the attached devices list. It will show which unit (router or satellite) your devices are connected to. You need the latest v2.0 firmware to see this though.