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BlackBear51
Apr 28, 2026Tutor
Orbi RBK852 – Wired via Satellite drops from ~700 Mbps to ~50–80 Mbps until reboot
I’m trying to figure out an issue with my Orbi RBK852 setup. I have gigabit fiber (Verizon), and when everything is working properly I get around 600–700 Mbps up and down, which is great. The pro...
FURRYe38
Apr 28, 2026Guru - Experienced User
Does this happen if PC is ethernet connected at the RBR?
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
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 wired or wirelessly connected.
What channels are you using? Try 1 and 40 or 11 and 48
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
DoS protection should be enabled.
Is IPv6 enabled?
BlackBear51
Apr 28, 2026Tutor
Also the Verizon ONT Box is a I-211M-K