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Jsharpmsw
Aspirant
Feb 03, 2022
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Orbi rbr50

I got a new modem installed by spectrum. Hardwire to my computer it works great. But when I connect my orbi rbr50 back to it, my download speeds completely drop to the point I can't use my wifi for a...
  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Feb 04, 2022

    What was the brand and model# of the prior modem? 

     

    Has a power OFF of the current ISP modem and the RBR for 1 minute then back ON been performed?

    Be sure your using good quality LAN cables between the modem and RBR. CAT6 is recommended. 

     

    Try a different modem if the prior modem worked. Could be something wrong with this new one.