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RegisteredMurse
Mar 07, 2021Aspirant
RBR750 Satellite Connection Issues
RBR/RBS 750 connection issues I have a RBR 750 and a pair of RBS 750s around my house and up until recently devices were connected to the satellites. I’ve noticed the deterioration and s...
FURRYe38
Mar 07, 2021Guru - Experienced User
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 wirelessly connected.
https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
You can find other speed diagnosis steps in the community faq: https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-AX/Community-FAQ-My-Orbi-speeds-are-slow-inconsistent-and-don-t-my/m-p/1982974/highlight/true#M7849
You might try updating to v12:
RBS first then RBR lastly:
RegisteredMurse
Mar 07, 2021Aspirant
Modem: Motorola MB8600
Home SqFt: 2500
i would say average distance between them is 30+ Feet (2nd story, main floor, basement)
I live in suburbia NY so I have quite a few others around me using WiFi.
I'll try changing the settings around and doing the manual install, starting there seems easy.
- FURRYe38Mar 07, 2021Guru - Experienced User
Also try turning down the power output of the RBRs wifi radios from 100% to 50% and see if this changes anything. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings