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roxyroo
Nov 13, 2021Tutor
Devices connect to satellite rather than router which is closer
Just installed an Orbi 853 and I am having some strange behavior. I have one device in my office about 6 feet away from the 850 router, yet it is connecting to a satellite one floor away and the sig...
FURRYe38
Nov 18, 2021Guru - Experienced User
It's up to devices to pick and chose where they connect to.
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?
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 📡