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kes_vas
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Aug 07, 2020

Orbi Router RBR20

Hi ,We have  RBR20 Router and 2qty RBS , some of the location we can't get wifi signal.so we need to add RBS 20 in additional.

How many RBS we can Add in this Router?

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  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User

    What Firmware version is currently loaded?

    What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too? 

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    What is the size of your home? Sq Ft? 

    What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet or more 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

     

    What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.

    Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many? 

    https://kb.netgear.com/19668/Link-Rate-and-Transfer-Speed

     

    Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or may not be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings