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RBK53 - Clarification on Ethernet Backhaul Set-Up
Hi i am hoping someone can help me clear up some questions regarding the setting up of my RBK53 Orbi router and two sateliites in an Ethernet Backhaul configuration. I have looked at the link below...
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Just touching base after a couple of weeks of testing.
As soon as I changed to Firmware 2.1.3.4 I was able to set up the Ethernet Backhaul. A quick check with IPERF3 showed good speeds across the network both wireless and wired. So far since last update everything has been stable.
Couple of points:
- My Orbi Router (in AP Mode) is connected to my Broadband Router via Ethernet into the Yellow WAN port
- My 2 x Orbi Satellites are connected to the Broadband Router via daisy chained un-managed switches
- After setting up the two satellites wirelessly first, then moving one by one to Ethernet I did see their IP addresses on the Router Conntection Page flick between 192.168.1.x (x being the actual address) and 192.168.1.250. Once I restarted each device this ceased to happen and they settled on the 192.168.1.x address.
Thanks to all support on this post.
I tried all sorts to be honest. What is interesting to me is that I get the same experience no matter how I do it or it what order. The satellite gets mixed up with the 250 ip address.
i may give router mode a go although I wanted to avoid messing with my broadband router if possible.
the cables are cat6 or cat 5e, tried different ones. My WiFi on the modem router is off.
thanks for the support on this, I am sure eventually I will get it working, perhaps...maybe....
you asked about in wireless set up, I have had some issues which is why I am trying Ethernet. I am trying to isolate the issue when in wireless mode, it seems related to a DFS radar issue in the log, I feel that may have something to do with being close to my Sonos system, so I have moved the satellite away to see if that makes a difference.
i am seriously thinking of returning and just trying another make and model of the same sort of thing.
Lets try with out the Sonos being online or ON. Turn it OFF. these have there own wifi broadcast.
I would try router mode and use input the IP address it gets into the modems DMZ. Set up the router first. I would do this, just run the router alone for a bit. See if you notice any issues with any if your devices.
What neighbors are near by and what channels are they using? If any?