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5GHz channels question
Question - why does the Orbi router (mine is a 960) only allow config settings for the 5 GHz channel of 36-40-44-48? is there some valid technical reason why Netgear limits the channels on 5GHz? I se...
I believe since these are MESH systems, complexity of MESH, and probably chip set design or specs, 5ghz front haul is kept to the lower 5Ghz channels. I think that in part, some of NG wants the other channels for the wireless backhaul and it handles that automatically. DFS channels are not supported in all regions as well and for USA, has to be avoided for the most part due to the Airport location and governance and policy regarding Airport radar. For crowded channels, one can reduced the transmit power on the system and reduce the Wi-Fi foot print to help lesson any external Wi-Fi signal interferences.