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RBR50 Slow Hard Wired Download Speeds
When I test the speed through the Orbi App or logged in via orbilogin.com the download speeds are 460 to 470 mBs. On my mac hardwired through a Netgear 1GB switch and Cat 5e wire my download speeds ...
What Firmware is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ethernet switch in the configuration?
Remove the switch from the mix and use a wired PC connected to the back of the RBR.
IF you have enabled any Access Controls, Traffic Meter on the RBR, you'll need to factory reset the RBR and setup from scratch. This time don't enable any AC, TM or Speedtest with in the RBR. Just setup the RBR, then run a speed test using Ooklas installable speed test app on your PC. CAT6 is recommended.
Test your wired PC out directly connected to the ISP modem as well.