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Orbi RBR750 Speed test vs Asus Mesh?
Might anyone give me any insight on the following? I was planning on updating my home network with the Orbi RBR750 WiFi 6 system. My existing system is two Asus routers setup in an AiMesh. I got the ORbi RBR750 today and set it up. The two setups are pretty close to the same as far as the routers locations and the satellites are right next to each other. So I'm thinking distance and walls really should be a problem. I'm connecting to the satellite of both system to run the following Ookla tests (www.speedtest.net).
Asus Speed TestOrbi Speed Test
FURRYe38Thanks for all your input in this issue. I ended up having to move my satellite around until I got the blue light on the front of the satellite for 90-180 seconds on reset to get a decent connection on the backhaul. I'm looking at 190 Mbps Wifi connection now which I'm pretty happy with. :-)
With issues like these I'm thinking the first step should be to move the router and satellite within about 30 feet line of sight and check the speed of the satellite. If that is maxed (same speed if connected directly to the router via CAT5 cable) then start to move the satellite towards the desired location. After moving every ten feet, or behind a new wall, then unplug the satellite to reboot and retest the WiFi speed.
I know there are alot of variable with these RF signals but I would have though the distance between, and what's between, would be a little more forgiving. I would have like to keep the router in the basement under the great room but I had to move it upstair into the far corner of the great room to get a good signal.
Thanks again for all your time and input.
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Can you attached the picture files using the Choose File button as we have to wait for inline pictures to be approved.
Is the Orbi system the only system on line or is both Orbi and ASUS online at the same time?
Yes both are on at the same time. I guess I could unplug the Asus in case it's interfering with the Orbi. It doesn't appear the Orbi is interfering with the Asus. Looks like the pictures showed up in this post.
To ensure your getting good and accurate speed readings, its best to only have one system online at a time.
