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akhilstyle
Tutor
Mar 15, 2022

Ethernet Backhaul - Connected Orbi Issue

I have an RBK753 system. With a router and 3 satellites. The satellites are connected via ethernet backhaul to a switch along with the router.   I have noticed that usually the 3 satellites show th...
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akhilstyle
Tutor
Mar 15, 2022
Hi,

Thanks for your reply

RBR 750 - firmware - 4.6.5.14
RBS 750 - firmware - 4.6.5.14

ISP modem - open reach g fast modem model MT992

Switch - TP-Link TL-SG108S, 8 Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch

The modem is plugged into the routers wan port. One of the lan ports is connected to the switch. Then all of the satellites connect to the switch.

All CAT5 cable.

Thanks
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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Mar 15, 2022
    akhilstyle wrote:
    Hi,

    Thanks for your reply

    RBR 750 - firmware - 4.6.5.14
    RBS 750 - firmware - 4.6.5.14

    ISP modem - open reach g fast modem model MT992

    Switch - TP-Link TL-SG108S, 8 Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
    Seen others with this brand having problematic issues with Orbi systems. Has Green ethernet features that can cause problems:
    • Green Ethernet technology saves power consumption

    The modem is plugged into the routers wan port. One of the lan ports is connected to the switch. Then all of the satellites connect to the switch.

    All CAT5 cable. < Cat6 LAN cables are recommended at minimum. 


     

    • akhilstyle's avatar
      akhilstyle
      Tutor
      Mar 15, 2022
      Thanks.

      Are there any examples of unmanaged switches that work?

      Thanks
      • FURRYe38's avatar
        FURRYe38
        Guru - Experienced User
        Mar 15, 2022

        NG GS-105/108v4 and GS308v3, D-Link DGS-105/108 and HP ProCurve 1400/1800 series switches work for Orbi systems.