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Yld2rob
Feb 05, 2017Luminary
FINALLY got the ORBI not to drop connection!
OK. As some of you know, I have had nothing but disconnects from the Orbi system for the last 2 months (I even exchanged the Orbi system for a new one to ensure I did not get a defective unit). I hav...
- Jul 11, 2017
Hello Everyone
We have release firmware version 1.12.0.18 this firmware has fixes for disconnects and many more I posted the release notes below.
https://kb.netgear.com/000044171/RBR50-Firmware-Version-1-12-0-18
If you are still having issues after updating your Orbi unit you may want to factory reset the Orbi and test again. If you are still having disconnect issues or other issues with this firmware please create a new thread or contact our support team.
http://www.netgear.com/support/contact.aspx
Thanks
DarrenM
st_shaw
Feb 05, 2017Master
Good finding. May explain why many people have no issues. I'm in AP mode myself with no problems.
Hopefully the info will help Netgear find a solution.
jxrxme
Mar 04, 2017Star
I can't confirm this. I use my Orbi in AP mode and get frequent disconnects. But only in one specific room, elsewhere it just works perfect.