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RBR760 Device Connections
I had an older Orbi AC3000 with only one satellite and recently upgraded to the RBR760 with two satellites. The problem we are experiencing is we have many devices within a 10 feet radius of one sate...
Glad you got it working. Please mark your thread as solved so others will know. Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/000062080/How-do-I-back-up-the-configuration-settings-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System
Enjoy. 📡
Firmware v6.3.1.0_1.1.41
ISP is Comcast with a ARRIS Surfboard SB6190
Home is 3,500 sq ft on 2 levels
Used the cable that came with the Orbi between Orbi and the modem
We have 35 devices connected to the system
Of those, I have a PC plugged into one of the satellites and a Smartthings hub and Philips hub plugged directly into the router
For wifi connections, TVs, Rokus, Apple 4K, DTV, laptop, Apple and Samsung phones, ...
You asked about neighbors and I do see a neighbors Orbi device. We have only one neighbor close by, but I do see two other networks.
I have auto and 40 set for channels
Jeff555 wrote:
Firmware v6.3.1.0_1.1.41> May want to review new FW updates:
ISP is Comcast with a ARRIS Surfboard SB6190> Might consider a new modem. This model modem has long standing known problems.
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.
Home is 3,500 sq ft on 2 levels> For this size of home having two RBS maybe too much:
Might try turning OFF one RBS or reduce the power from 100% to 25% Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
Used the cable that came with the Orbi between Orbi and the modem
We have 35 devices connected to the system
Of those, I have a PC plugged into one of the satellites and a Smartthings hub and Philips hub plugged directly into the router> Do these SmartThings and Philips hubs have there own wifi signal?
For wifi connections, TVs, Rokus, Apple 4K, DTV, laptop, Apple and Samsung phones, ...
You asked about neighbors and I do see a neighbors Orbi device. We have only one neighbor close by, but I do see two other networks. > Can you see what channels they are using?
I have auto and 40 set for channels