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ron111157
Tutor
Mar 06, 2023

Orbi RBR50 About device names

Orbi RBR50v2, two satellites.  v2.7.4.24. Mac systems

Question about device names in the App

I always give a new device a name and have had no issues there. Recently I added a new smart hub, (Aqara) named it and most times the name I set it shown.  What troubles me is quite often the name shows as a persons name which I do not know. Very odd!  Its the only device name that has done that.

 

Why is this and I should I be concerned?

 

 

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    • ron111157's avatar
      ron111157
      Tutor
      Mar 07, 2023

       I have not noticed if the MAC is the same. I do know the IP is.  Its reserved.

      Right now the MAC is correct according to the paperwork. 

      Next time the name changes I will double check the MAC as well.

       

      Thanks

      • CrimpOn's avatar
        CrimpOn
        Guru
        Mar 07, 2023

        Was the IP address reserved using the Orbi app or the web browser interface?