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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 hop...
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?
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
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.
I'm sorry I don't understand some of the information you asked me to provide. I have a photo here including some information on the Internet
Can you list what settings I need to make?
thank you very much
