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Kerstens
Aug 17, 2020Aspirant
Problems after adding Netgear Orbi RBS50Y to network
Hello, One month ago we bought the RBK53 set from orbi. We put the router on the base level and on each other level another satellite. Everything was working very good. All devices connected to the ...
FURRYe38
Aug 17, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Is Daisy Chain enabled on the RBR? Try disabling it.
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
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?
Kerstens
Aug 17, 2020Aspirant
I reinstalled everything and it worked great again until 2 hours ago. Everything is connected through 2.4Ghz and is not able to connect to the 5Ghz band.
I checked the recommended settings above but nothing helps.
- MstrbigAug 17, 2020Master
I've installed several Orbi systems and never experienced the 2.4 backhaul. I'm not saying it can't happen, but if moving closer to a satellite or router does not help, I suggest contacting Netgear support. Did you purchase new?