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Orbi with GS728TPP (Smart Managed Switch)
I have an Orbi and have issues with the ethernet connections - wireless works fine (most of the time). Setup is Modem -> Orbi -> GS728TPP -> computer. I have been having significant issues where th...
Router Firmware = V2.3.5.30
Switch = 6.0.1.24
Internet is through Fiber Optic with a company called Summit Broadband. The interior "modem" is by IPhotonix and the outside "box" is by Photonix as well - I don't have specific information on the models. The internet itself works well on wireless, its just the wired connections that are the problems.
The Orbi is connected to the Switch with ethernet cable.
Is the switch connected between the RBR and RBS? Or is the RBS directly connected to the RBR?
Check into the switches management UI to see if there is any IGMP protocols in the switch. Disable them ALL. Orbi has known issues with switches running IGMP and Green Ethernet features.
Try the Orbi sytem in AP mode as a test....