Orbi rbr50 network components change connection to satellite

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Elfnash wrote:

some of my devices will switch from the main router to the satellite, causing communication between devices inconsistent. For instance, my lg tv will switch. The. When I mirror my iPhone to play music, it skips and is garbled. Is it normal for the devices to switch connection to the satellite? Is there a way to make sure the tv stays connected to the router instead of the satellite?

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Yes and No.  In devices that "move", such as phones, tablets, laptops, networking software in the device is typically programmed to scan the WiFi constantly looking for a better connection and then switch access points when one becomes better than the one it is currently attached to.  This is a part of the 802.11r standard.

Devices that are not expected to move, such as tv's, thermostats, security cameras, etc. are typically programmed to search for the best WiFi system and stop looking once they connect.  Having a tv change connections without being powered off and back on is unusual.

The only guaranteed method to force a device to a specific access point is an ethernet cable.  Wired devices cannot switch. Alas, physical placement of the access point and tv often makes this impractical.