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lordmayo
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Mar 11, 2024

Orbi RBR50/RBS50 AP mode satellite disconnection

I changed over to pfSense, converted my Orbi RBS840 into access point mode, then noticed that the satellite refused to connect to the router. After reading and trying tips from as many forums as I co...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Mar 14, 2024

Depending on speed and design support of the old power line adapters, may bottleneck the speed between the RBR and RBS. Might seek newer generation PLs with higher speed capabilities. 

 

The RBS should connect wired or wireless to the RBR while in AP mode. 

 

How is the RBR configured for AP mode? Using Dynamic IP addressing or Static on the RBR? 

This would be recommended for AP mode:

https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-WIFI-6-AX-AND-Wi-Fi-6E-AXE/Procedure-for-Factory-reset-of-RBS850/m-p/2367505/highlight/true#M53985