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Xbox killing network
Have seen some previous posts but no real solution. Frequently when I go to connect to Xbox live it will knock my Orbi network offline. Still getting internet to the modem, but nothing beyond that. I ...
What FW version are you using on the orbi system?
What is the mfr and model# of the ISP Modem or ONT connected to the RBR?
DMZ is not needed or recommended for use with game consoles.
You only need to either use Dynamic IP addresses or set a reserved IP address ON the RBR for the xbox.
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/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router
Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or may not be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
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).
One User Experience/Configuration:
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/Most-Stable-Orbi-Configuration/m-p/1941087/highlight/true#M97026
Mitewot wrote:
Have seen some previous posts but no real solution. Frequently when I go to connect to Xbox live it will knock my Orbi network offline. Still getting internet to the modem, but nothing beyond that. I have assigned static IP and put box in DMZ, but still not working. Any help would be appreciated.