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Drop in Download Speed - RBR750 with Satellite
I have been using the using the Orbi RBR750 for 8 months now and 30 days ago the download speed dropped from 940mbs to 610mbs. Have noticed the satellite has been indicating that it is receiving per...
I too contacted Xfinity and they told me all was good on their end which when I am ethernet connected to the modem, I can pull the 940mbs. Wireless it drops to 640mbs. I concur with your comments about disappointment and have passed the 90 day free support. Can't rationalize why I should pay for support on a Orbi issue that they are aware of. Would think this would at the top of the priority list. Doesn't make a lot of sense.
What devices are you using to speed test with?
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?
Is Armor enabled?
What CTS values are currently set? Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
Try setting 2347 on CTS
Bobkc wrote:
I too contacted Xfinity and they told me all was good on their end which when I am ethernet connected to the modem, I can pull the 940mbs. Wireless it drops to 640mbs. I concur with your comments about disappointment and have passed the 90 day free support. Can't rationalize why I should pay for support on a Orbi issue that they are aware of. Would think this would at the top of the priority list. Doesn't make a lot of sense.