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Orbi Satellite has solid Magenta in AP mode
Hi, I have an Orbi Satellite RBS20 along with RBR50. I recently changed my ORBI to be operating in AP mode. Since then, my Satellite constantly has magenta led light always on. Apart from this light ...
May be that the RBS isn't getting an IP address from the main host router.
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
Power OFF the RBR and RBS for 1 minute.
Is the RBR configured with a Dynamic IP address or Static IP address?
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet 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
Bring the RBS near the RBR and re-sync them.