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RBK53 system keeps "rebooting" and WiFi calling is horrible
I recently picked up a refurb RBK53 system from Woot. I've installed, updated the firmware, and did a full factory reset of the router and satalites. Despite all of this a few times a day every devic...
Seems like the RBR isn't stable with two RBS online.
I would make contact with NG support about this. The system should not crash with 2 RBS online. I'd ask about an RMA if needed.
You can change DNS on the current modem/router at all?
Nope, ATT locks it down so you have to use their DNS.
Figures. Ok. Well try some of the suggestions.
Hopefully the new modem will work better with the Orbi system. Seen nothing but problems with ATT modems.
Something you can try as well:
Not sure if this will work for you or not.
Other ATT modem info:
https://www.f0il.com/how-to-arris-bgw210-700-modem-router-with-netgear-xr500-router/
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/How-do-I-setup-bridge-mode-in-the-ARRIS-BGW210-700/m-p/1875994/highlight/true#M84982I like the idea of that Mac Clone option, but my only concern is if the network goes down when I'm not home. I'll test it out once I get this Orbi crashing issue sorted.
I'll report back on the Router only, wifi at 50% test later!
Thanks again for your time and help!
Might configured AP mode in mean time while you wait on the new modem to arrive. Get your system stable for a while.