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Perry1668's avatar
Perry1668
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Jun 10, 2020

Orbi RBK50S Setup problem

Hi all,

Yesterday, I bought a set of RBK50S (1 Router & 2 Satellite). From the packing(Please see the image), it has following setup method:

"Router <<<>>>Satellite 1 <<<>>>Satellite 2"

Unfortunately, I success to setup "Satellite 1<<<>>>Router <<<>>>Satellite 2" only. But the packing's method is the best for my home.

Could anyone told me how to setup "Router <<<>>>Satellite 1 <<<>>>Satellite 2" which likes the packing?


Thanks a lot!

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  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jun 10, 2020

    Be sure the placement of the RBS is out in a linerar line from the RBR. 

    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

     

    Be sure Daisy Chain is enabled. 

    Turn OFF both RBS. Place 1 RBS out from the RBR. Let it sync. Then place the 2nd RBS out farther distance from the 1st RBS. Turn it on. The 2nd RBS should connect to the 1st RBS.

    Try turning down the power output of the RBRs wifi radios from 100% to 50% and see if this changes anything. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings. This should help the 2nd RBS connect to the 1st RBS, if needed.