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plainblackguy
Mar 03, 2020Tutor
Orbi Wifi 6 missing config command
I just bought an AX6000/RBK852. When I go to debug mode and enable telnet, I can log in fine. But the "config" command that was there on my old Orbi is missing. I need to be able to split my wifi int...
FURRYe38
Mar 03, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Separation of SSIDs is not supported by NG or Orbi AX nor Orbi AC offically. Not sure if Orbi AX will ever support backend telnet commands. Something to post about there though:
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Idea-Exchange-For-Home/idb-p/idea-exchange-for-home
We are hoping that NG will implement the disabling of SSID names on either frequency like they did on Orbi AC. This help users get there 2.4Ghz devices connected to Orbi AC with out having to separate SSID name...not sure when that will happen. We hope for it though on Orbi AX.
If this doesn't work for you then you may need to return to the Orbi AC system until such time as the Orbi AX FW has matured more and has some added features.
Good Luck.