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Knights356
Guide
Apr 16, 2021
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RBR50 / RBS50 Dropping Connection

Hello, I've had my ORBI and one Satellite running for the last few years without any problems. Lately it's been disconnecting and dropping the internet connection. When I turn the hub off and back ...
  • Knights356's avatar
    Knights356
    Apr 18, 2021

    UPDATE

     

    I've just tried the telnet suggestion.

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    For those about to rock... (Chaos Calmer, r6043)
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    root@RBR50:/# config get wan_lease
    86400
    root@RBR50:/# config set wan_lease=1200
    root@RBR50:/# config commit
    root@RBR50:/#

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Knights356
Guide
Apr 29, 2021

I can now confirm the telnet solution has fixed the problem for me. It would have dropped by now. I've decided to stay on the lower firmware version, but may consider upgrading to the latest firmware version and testing the telnet solution again. For now, I've decided to just stay on V2.5.2.4. I'm glad my Orbi is now functioning correctly without dropping out. I'm also considering upgrading my modem. It would be nice for the Telnet solution to be added to the latest firmware? No?

 

Thanks for everyones replies and FURRYe38 for the advice.