NETGEAR is aware of a growing number of phone and online scams. To learn how to stay safe click here.
Forum Discussion
Orbi RBS850 (with satellite) keeps disconnecting Wi-Fi Computers
Hello folks, I'm having persisting problems of my orbi wifi disconnecting my laptops. I know it's only laptops since our phones are fine, and I say it's the orbi wifi because my wi-fi connection in s...
Hello rhettarded ,
Try forgetting your home network and when you reconnect to it select public network.
CrimpOn Has a point with the VPN. It showed as no internet. That can mean that it is active with no connection Please ensure that it is disabled.
Best,
Kevin
Community Team
Hello Kevin, the VPN network can only be connected to when the desktop application VPN is signed in to and enabled. Regarding wifi drivers, I have both the latest. Do you think my laptops get confused about whether to connect to the main router or to the satellite?
Hello rhettarded,
Thanks for your post!
You are referring to the roaming aggressiveness feature built into your laptop. This causes your Wi-Fi card to constantly search and connect to the best signal. Try turning it down and check if you are still having issues.
Best,
Kevin
Community Team