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Slow WIFI speeds on my rbr50 with ATT fiber
I resently got the BGW210 router from ATT as I read that it works best with my orbi rbr50. after getting everything set up, everyting was working great for a few days. Wired connection speed are comi...
Your ISP Modem already has a built in router and wifi. This would be a double NAT (two router) condition which isn't recommended. https://kb.netgear.com/30186/What-is-Double-NAT
https://kb.netgear.com/30187/How-to-fix-issues-with-Double-NAT
Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge or modem only mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode. You'll need to contact the ISP for help and information in regards to the modem being bridged correctly.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ/ExposedHost or IP Pass-Through for the IP address the Orbi router gets from the modem. Then you can use the Orbi router in Router mode.
3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the Orbi router to the modem, configure AP mode on the Orbi router. https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo&app=desktop
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.
https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite
I've already configured my routers. I have both wifi's disabled and put the router in IP Passthrough on my ATT Router. I have my orbi router in AP mode. My satellite is no more then 30 feet from my orbi router. My orbi firmware is up to date.
I followed these steps from this youtube video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZz6E8Xk_Hs
If this is wrong can you guide me to a step by step guide on how to configure my setup?
Square footage is approx. 3600 sq. ft.