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zhoux's avatar
zhoux
Aspirant
Jul 15, 2020

RBR20 constant connection issues

Since the update of the mobile phone orbi software, the network disconnection phenomenon often occurs, and it is necessary to turn off the instrument and reconnect the program almost every day. I hope to get an effective solution.

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  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User

    What Firmware version is currently loaded?
    What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?

    What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
    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?

    Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or may not be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings

    Try disabling the following and see:
    Armor, Circle, Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Set Short preamble instead of Long preamble modes. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).

     

    One User Experience/Configuration:
    https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/Most-Stable-Orbi-Configuration/m-p/1941087/highlight/true#M97026

     


    Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update? 

    • zhoux's avatar
      zhoux
      Aspirant

      cox  internet

      Orbi RBR20 router

      no satelittle

      several other WiFi networks 

      firmware Version V2.5.1.16

      Router and network host next to each other

      2500 sq ft home 

      Mobile computers and TVs use 5GHz

       

      Not sure where to disable the option, and how to view

      • FURRYe38's avatar
        FURRYe38
        Guru - Experienced User

        What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?

         

        Use a PC or laptop and web browser to make any changes to the RBR.