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esiebert7625
Oct 04, 2018Star
Your experience with Firmware 2.2.1.210 released as of 10/3/18
The other long thread on the new firmware is useless and has become a tech support thread. Please only post your experience after upgrading to the new firmware, good or bad. I'd like to see everyone'...
chappietx
Oct 25, 2018Aspirant
Do not upgrade to this version if possible! Router WiFi still works but neither of the two satellites can stay connected for long. Netgear support responded recently that this firmware IS having connectivity issues and they are working on a fix. Pretty poor for flagship product.
FURRYe38
Oct 25, 2018Guru - Experienced User
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
If you updated to recent FW v.210, try enabling Daisy Chain. Some have mentioned that this seems to be working in reverse order, enabling means disabled actually.
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/Firmware-2-2-1-210-and-connection-problems-Skybell/m-p/1649275/highlight/true#M43001
Try a Manual FW load and try again:
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/Firmware-2-2-1-210-released-as-of-10-3-18/m-p/1647303/highlight/true#M42416
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.
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?
chappietx wrote:
Do not upgrade to this version if possible! Router WiFi still works but neither of the two satellites can stay connected for long. Netgear support responded recently that this firmware IS having connectivity issues and they are working on a fix. Pretty poor for flagship product.
- Retired_MemberOct 25, 2018
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