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Update firmware V2.3.1.60 outdoor Orbi stopt working
Yesterday I was prompted to update to the latest firmware 2.3.1.60 for my satellite and base station. The RBR50 and RBS50. After the update I noticed that all devices that are connected to my outdoor...
Try a reset on the RBR and setup from scratch after loading v60 FW. You can download v60 files from the download site now. After a reset, see if the RBSY reconnects, if not, try a reset on it and re-add it.
Thank you for the reply. I will try next weekend. The whole process takes some time. One of my satellites will never reconnect after an update. I have to do a reset and add him as new satellite to the network.
Yes, unfortuneately it's a laborious process. It does help though.
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between them to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
What WPA security modes are you using?Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or maynot be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
Try disabling the following and see:
Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).