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Orbi RBK 850 series setup issues
I am trying to install an RBK 853 (850 router with 2 satellites) with the latest firmware to replace an aging and now deprecated Apple Airport Extreme system (consists of an Airport Time Capsule as a...
Hi,
I tried replying yesterday but apparently it did no post, so will try and repeat my response.
Many thanks for taking the time to respond and the many suggestions.
Some of the questions you asked were already answered in my post, but in general I tried your approach and references and I still have the problem that I can initially configure the system via either the iOS or browser but thereafter I can not either get back into the router maintenance screen in the browser or log back in via the iOS app. The password is rejected in both cases and in the browser it seems to think I want to reset the password. I can reset the router and start again and repeat the excercise with the same result.
On top of this, even if I manage to set it up, the internet connection fails after 2 to 3 hours and eventually the wifi signal drops out from the router and both satellites. Up to that point the signal is strong and speeds excellent. The only recourse is to reset the system and start again.
I returned the system to Amazon and bought an Asus XT8 and will see if I have better luck with that.
Good Luck.