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Wireless Backhaul Status
I have an RBK50 (1x RBR50; 1x RBS50). Firmware 2.5.1.8. Running Windows 10. I have a Spectrum Internet modem feeding the RBR50. I've seen posts where people have commented on what their back...
FURRYe38 wrote:What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too? Model E31T2V1 - did not list manufacturer; maybe Ubee? It is a DOCSIS 3.1 Modem.
Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode? Router
Be sure FW is the same version on the RBS as the RBR. - They are same
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft? ~3000; router and sat on same floor at opposite ends.
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-routerDistance is around 30 feet. I've also moved it much closer but got the same reading -- disconnected -- in the browser.
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz. Currenly 2.4GHz on 11; was on auto previously. 5GHz channel is on 48.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many? There are other wireless around but much lower power levels and none on same channels as me -- as least that show up on WIFI Analyzer.
Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or maynot be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings Already are; only fast roaming is disabled.
Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, Circle, Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Set Short preamble instead of Long preamble modes. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s). Fast roam is disabled; Dasiy chain is enabled (I will check that in a bit once my wife is finished her zoom session). Preamble is seet to "Auto" fro both 2.4 and 5G. Enable 20/40 MHz coexistence is checked. IPv6 is disabled.
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?
https://kb.netgear.com/31486/How-do-I-reset-my-Orbi-system-to-factory-default-settings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePZSc7vnRlQ
Yes, i updated fw awhile back. In Jan switch ISPs and did a factory reset to start fresh for router mode needed for Spectrum Modem.
Yes, the dotted line means a wireless connection, solid line means the RBS is ethernet connected to the RBR. Thanks
Try disabling Diasy chain. You may need to reboot or power cycle the RBS. Power OFF the one RBS that is appearing in the status page. I would power off the RBS that isn't appearing on the RBRs web page, bring it to the same room as the RBR and power it on and let it sync and check the status.
FURRYe38 wrote:Try disabling Diasy chain. You may need to reboot or power cycle the RBS. Power OFF the one RBS that is appearing in the status page. I would power off the RBS that isn't appearing on the RBRs web page, bring it to the same room as the RBR and power it on and let it sync and check the status.
I did that about 2 hours ago the only difference was that Dasiy Chaining is enabled. Thought that wouldn't have an impact since I only have a router and one sat. RBS was literally across the room from the RBR. Same status - disconnected. I will disable Daisy Chaining and try it again in about 15 mins so I don't risk disturbing wifi.
Oh, and the Orbi app says there is one satellite but the browser (routerlogin.com) says there are no satellites.
Yes, disabling Diasy Chain will cause the wifi to drop temporarily.
If that fails, select the REMOVE button on the RBRs web page. Factory reset the one RBS that issn't appearing in the RBRs web page. After the top ring on the RBS is slowly pulsating, press the sync button on the RBR then RBS then let it sync. Check the status on the RBR.
bFURRYe38 wrote:Yes, disabling Diasy Chain will cause the wifi to drop temporarily.
If that fails, select the REMOVE button on the RBRs web page. Factory reset the one RBS that issn't appearing in the RBRs web page. After the top ring on the RBS is slowly pulsating, press the sync button on the RBR then RBS then let it sync. Check the status on the RBR.
Disabled Dasiy Chain.- no difference. The web page still shows disconnected.
Removed it from the webpage and factory reset it.
I synch'd once - showed good with the lights but not in the broswer (still disconnected).
Synch'd again - magenta
Synch'd again - blue; still shows disconnected in the browser but shows a satellite in the Orbi app.