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Glenndebresser's avatar
Dec 10, 2018

RBR50

Hello i bought 2 days ago a orbi system but since yesterday it doesnt work anymore he keeps giving in the orbi app offline he gives cabbles correct but he keeps searching for internet can any one help me?

4 Replies

  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User

    What FW is currently loaded?
    What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
    Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode?

    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 them to begin with depending upon building materials.

     

    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?
    What WPA security modes are you using?

     

    Try disabling the following and see:
    MIMO, Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).

    If you updated to recent FW v.210, try enabling Daisy Chain. Some have mentioned that this seems to be working in reverse order, enabling means disabled actually.


    Modem Combo Units:
    Couple of options,
    1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode. You'll need to contact the ISP for help and information in regards to the modem being bridged correctly.
    2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ for the IP address the Orbi router gets from the modem. Then you can use the Orbi router in Router mode.
    3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the Orbi router to the modem, configure AP mode on the Orbi router. https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo&app=desktop

    • Glenndebresser's avatar
      Glenndebresser
      Aspirant
      Thanks for your fast reply
      But i am not so good with internet...
      Only what i can say is its running the newest fireware and its running in routermode
  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User

    Setup the router with a wire connected PC and a web browser. 

    Please give feedback for the questions presented about your ISP modem as well.