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lowepg
Dec 30, 2017Apprentice
Ready to bail on Orbi and try Velop- any tried it?
Getting frustrated by all the problems since this last firmware push.... For the $$$$ they charge for Orbi- it's just not acceptable. Anyone try the Velop? One thing I really like is it a...
Dittim
Dec 30, 2017Tutor
I checked the Linksys forums and they are having as many, if not more, issues with stable connections as Netgear.
I downgraded to 2.0.0.74 and disabled auto-update and everything is stable for me. I’m sticking with Orbi as the hardware is better and hopefully Netgear will get their act together on stable firmware soon.
Boomerang3
Dec 30, 2017Apprentice
I believe that the consumer mesh market is still maturing, so going with a company with a good reputation for updates, and support will be important as we proceed. My setup is rock solid, getting full speeds throughout the house. With the exception of systems management could use some upgrading, I am extremely happy.