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JohnStann
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Jul 10, 2021

Connection drops on main network, but works consistently on guest network - ORBI 353

Recently installed new ORBI mesh system all worked fine, 1 week ago went on vacation, used apartments WiFi system no problem. On returning home, devices (all Apple) connected ok but kept saying "No Internet"..... reset everything several times still no connection to Internet. Turned off the new Apple "block site tracking" function as suggested by on forum, this worked for a while and then reverted to original problem.

Logged on to guest network connected consistently. Reset everything again, tried connecting to main network, still "No Internet", again connected to guest network, working fine.

Any ideas what this could be ?

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  • Netgear has set up a community forum specifically for the Orbi AX product. Most of the people who watch that forum are more likely to have experience with Orbi AX and know how to work it better than those of us who follow this "general Orbi" forum. Might be more likely to find someone who has a solution if the question is posted there:
    https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-AX/bd-p/en-home-orbi-ax

    Thank you.

  • What Firmware version is currently loaded?
    What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?

     

    Are you setting up the RBR via Orbi app or web browser and PC? 

    Are you giving a custome SSID name and PW when you set up the RBR? 

     

    What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
    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/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite 📡

     

    What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and 40 to 48 channel on 5Ghz.
    Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?


    JohnStann wrote:

    Recently installed new ORBI mesh system all worked fine, 1 week ago went on vacation, used apartments WiFi system no problem. On returning home, devices (all Apple) connected ok but kept saying "No Internet"..... reset everything several times still no connection to Internet. Turned off the new Apple "block site tracking" function as suggested by on forum, this worked for a while and then reverted to original problem.

    Logged on to guest network connected consistently. Reset everything again, tried connecting to main network, still "No Internet", again connected to guest network, working fine.

    Any ideas what this could be ?