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RBR50 Coverage Issue
I have the ORBI RBR50 mesh system. My home is 3000 SQF with an upstairs. The router in located in my office at the front corner of my house and the satelite is approximately 30 feet away in the oppos...
WiFi signal strength is effected greatly by several things. Within a house the biggest detractor of the signals are large metal objects, e.g., refridgerators, microwaves, TVs, etc.. These items tend to reflect the signals and cause them to bounce around and loose strength/range quickly. Next is construction materials. Reinforced concrete is a big problem for WiFi; so is old style plaster and lath. Third is actually interference from other WiFi sources. Here's an article regarding how WiFi handles interference:
Sometimes getting better coverage is as simple as changing channels on your router or moving your satellite a few feet. If you've recently moved any furniture or had neighbors get new routers, it is worth trying to manually switch WiFi channels on both 2.4 gHz and 5.0 gHz bands. Then move your satellite around a bit before buying another satellite. Good Luck!