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RBK53 system keeps "rebooting" and WiFi calling is horrible
I recently picked up a refurb RBK53 system from Woot. I've installed, updated the firmware, and did a full factory reset of the router and satalites. Despite all of this a few times a day every devic...
Seems like the RBR isn't stable with two RBS online.
I would make contact with NG support about this. The system should not crash with 2 RBS online. I'd ask about an RMA if needed.
SOB retyping my answer, because I lost my network again and didn't notice, and hit reply. grrrr.
Does the RBR reboot or still loose it's connection if you turn OFF The RBS and turn down the power output of the RBR from 100% to say 50%? I'll give this a shot and report back.
Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings/ Also uncheck the box for 20/40Mhz. This will set 40Mhz only for 2.4Ghz. Thanks for the info! Already unchecked.
Closets are not great places for wifi routers... Yes, I know, but it is an AV closet with decent ventilation. My Airport Extreme "Main" router lived there for 5 years with no issue. Also, it keeps things out of reach from my very curious 3 and 2 y.o.
What happens if you configure AP mode on the RBR? Part of my whole reason for doing this was to avoid using ATT DNS, so that kinda defeats the purpose.
Hoping the new modem will be helpful. You'll still need the DMZ or IP pass thru on it if you run the Orbi in router mode. Yeah, I know, but at least I can turn off DHCP on the other.
Thanks again for all your help/advice!
You can change DNS on the current modem/router at all?
Nope, ATT locks it down so you have to use their DNS.
Figures. Ok. Well try some of the suggestions.
Hopefully the new modem will work better with the Orbi system. Seen nothing but problems with ATT modems.
Something you can try as well:
Not sure if this will work for you or not.
Other ATT modem info:
https://www.f0il.com/how-to-arris-bgw210-700-modem-router-with-netgear-xr500-router/
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/How-do-I-setup-bridge-mode-in-the-ARRIS-BGW210-700/m-p/1875994/highlight/true#M84982I like the idea of that Mac Clone option, but my only concern is if the network goes down when I'm not home. I'll test it out once I get this Orbi crashing issue sorted.
I'll report back on the Router only, wifi at 50% test later!
Thanks again for your time and help!