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Harrme
Aug 28, 2023Aspirant
Constant buffering RBR750
I have an RBR750 with two satellites. The home is 3,000 sq. ft. The router is in the basement office. Two satellites on the main level. I added the second one after my smart tv on the main level conti...
FURRYe38
Aug 28, 2023Guru - Experienced User
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?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended.
Basements are not recommended places for the RBR. All that concrete and steel will cause problems like your seeing, and inhibit good wifi signal travel. Main level or 2nd level is recommended.
For that size of home, you may have too many RBS deployed. The RBR and just one RBS would be enough.
Too Much Wifi: https://youtu.be/UR0viMLISz4
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 ‌‌🛰️