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jabenedicic
Tutor
Apr 06, 2023

Orbi 960 Wired Backhaul Requirements

Good morning, does anyone know if there are any specific requirements for wired backhaul on these units? On my previous XS508M switches they would connect wired without any issues. Since changing t...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Apr 06, 2023

https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System 📡

What CAT# lan cabling are you using? CAT6A STP is recommended if your using the 2.5Gb ports between the RBR and RBS. 

 

If the XS switch worked before and the MS switch doesn't, this points to the MS switch causing a problem. Seen historically that managed switch can cause problems with Orbi systems. 

Try disabling any IGMP and green ethernet protocols and features on the MS switch. 

Put the XS switch back in place. 

 

My XS505M and GS110MX work great with the 9 series.