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JeremiahNC
Dec 19, 2019Initiate
Devices connected to base unit all report weak signal strength
I have the Orbi RBR850 base and satellite, both have firmware version 3.2.8.5 with ethernet backhall. The base unit is connected to CenturyLink 1Gb fiber ONT. The base unit is located in the concre...
FURRYe38
Dec 20, 2019Guru
Please move the base RBR unit out from the basement concrete area and place up on a main floor. Concrete and metal will effect wifi signal propagation and performance and is not recommended for the base unit to be placed.
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router