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Orbi RBR40 and FIOS Question
I set up the Orbi with my Verizon network per the instructions on this forum (i.e., I turned off the Verizon Fios wireless network and then set up the Orbi router in AP mode.) I have internet, TV an...
It sounds like the wifi on the Verizon router did not get turned off if you can still see it and connect to it. Double check that it is disabled in the router config and if you still see the ssid being broadcast reboot the verizon router.
The fios router will still be your gateway. Your Ethernet connections Can use that. Keeping the WiFi off in the fios router is important.
Thanks.. does this response mean that the Fios router should remain visible as a visible WiFi option? Thanks for your help with this.
If you have truly disabled the wifi on the Verizon router you should not be seeing it as an option to connect to. Are you sure it is not one of your neighbors ?
Thanks to you both for your responses. I checked that the WiFi access was turned off on the Fios modem/router and the network is still showing up as available even after rebooting the Verizon WiFi modem/router.