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Orbi RBR50 Interface doesn't save Device Model or Device Type
I have noticed that when you select a Attached Device in the list and try to set the details, the only thing that reliably gets changed is the Device Name. Both the Device Model and Device Type seem t...
I had this same issue when I first upgraded to v2.3.5.30. I suggest saving your settings, then performing a factory reset. Manually configure the router again enough until you can restore your settings.
Do not upgrade to v2.5.0.38 or v2.5.0.40 releases, as this release is even worse for device naming and has been pulled from the release tree by NG.
munkeyjooce wrote:
I have noticed that when you select a Attached Device in the list and try to set the details, the only thing that reliably gets changed is the Device Name. Both the Device Model and Device Type seem to never change to what you set them. Most of the time they just reset to default ('---' and Network Device) The Orbi app is no better. It is even missing the Device Model (way to go for consistency Netgear). The icon (Device Type) always revers back to Network Device. Is there are reliable way to set the Device Model and/or the Device Type? Orbi Router Firmware: V2.3.5.30
I believe v34 is working FW for device naming...