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Netgear Orbi RBK50 vs Google WiFi (3 devices)
Having had issues with the Netgear Orbi, specifically the inability for Philips Hue lights to work reliably and intermittent loss of WiFi from iPhone/iPad when connected to the Satellite I have had a...
So did you revert your home to Orbi or keep the Google WIFI?
There are some excellent posts on here about DNS'... yours is a good example of why you would want to use an external like Google (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) or other more "globally" designed
At this point I am continuing with the Google setup. To be honest I don't see me reinstating the Orbi. In almost 4 weeks of Google ownership I have never had my iPhone/iPad disconnect from WiFi while connected to the satellite and the Guest network is correctly isolated.
Hi AC641
We just want to check if you have the chance to re-install the Orbi System. A new firmware was released with added feature and enhancements and bug fixes. Here are the download links and instruction how to manually update firmware:
Intermediate firmware v2.2.1.212
How do I manually update the firmware on my Orbi WiFi System?
As for the DNS servers, you can actually set static DNS and use the Google DNS servers. You can do that by following the steps below:
1) Access routerlogin.net or routerlogin.com
2) Under BASIC tab, click Internet
3) Select "Use these DNS Servers" and enter your primary DNS and secondary DNS addresses.
4) Click "Apply" to save the settings.Regards,
Blanca
Community Team
