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StevenOrbi
Mar 23, 2022Tutor
Re: RBR50 randomly blocking devices and then responding extremely slowly
Recently seeing a similar problem where the Satellites are blocking devices that are setup in Access Control. Problem seems random and intermittent. I haven't disabled Access Control to see if the ...
FURRYe38
Mar 23, 2022Guru - Experienced User
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and 📡 satellite(s)? 30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR and RBS📡 to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.
What channels are you using? Auto? Try Auto and 48 on 5Ghz. Or try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and 40 to 48 channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
Is Armor or Circle enabled?
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
One User Experience/Configuration:
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/Most-Stable-Orbi-Configuration/m-p/1941087/highlight/true#M97026
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?