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JeffAlbright
Sep 23, 2021Follower
Orbi Wifi AX6000 - Dedicated connection to a particular satellite?
I have an AppleTV in a room with a satellite, yet, it's connected to the main router on the complete other side of the house. My question: Is there a way to dedicate a device to connect to a certain ...
CrimpOn
Sep 23, 2021Guru - Experienced User
JeffAlbright wrote:
If there isn't a way to dedicate it to that satellite, any suggestions on how to get it to link to the specific satellite which is right next to it?
Some users have reported success with having the device 'forget' the WiFi, then connect again. During connection, devices seek the best signal and many of them do not expect to 'move around' and quick looking. This may not be a permanent solution. If the satellite WiFi disappears for any reason (power failure, getting unplugged to rearrange electronics, dog pulling the cord out of the wall, then the device will seek whatever WiFi it can find and may not switch back by itself.