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Super annoying firmware V2.1.4.16 restarts my router frequently
I originally bought the RBK50 combo of a RBR50 & RBS50 for my condo and things worked great. Once I moved to a new home of tri-levels, I got another RBS50 so that each floor has its own mesh.
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Here are some tips that worked for me and other folks on this community site:
1) Turn off all the devices connected to your ORBI system (or as many as possible). Do a factory reset of all the ORBI devices (Router & Satellites). Manually reload the latest firmware on each satellite first (One at a time). Manually reload the latest firmware on the router. Allow the system to "settle" 5-10 minutes. Re-sync the satellites if they're not showing a good connection. Turn on your devices one at a time starting with the ones you want connected to the router. Check the connection status of your devices after about 10-15 minutes.
2) DO NOT use the built-in speedtest to check your connection speed. Use a browser or smartphone app. (The built-in test has flaws that can throttle your speed.)
3) Check the channels set for 2.4 & 5 gHz frequencies. If you live in a densely populated area there may be interference. Try channel 1 or 6 for 2.4 gHz and 40 or 48 for 5 gHz. DO Not use auto.
4) Try moving the satellites a bit closer or farther from the router to prevent cross-talk. Also, turn OFF "Enable Dasiy Chain" in Advanced>Advanced Setup>Wireless Settings.
5) Search this forum for methods on how to telnet into the router to turn off auto updates.
Good luck and keep us posted.