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Rikerrock
Apr 12, 2025Tutor
RBR8 with two RBS840 and Two RBS750 issues
So I have had this for some time The satellites are all connected via wire and all switches are gigabit wired. I have 500/500 fiber. It tests this speed at the router. The GUI of the router is sl...
FURRYe38
Apr 12, 2025Guru - Experienced User
What is RBR8? RBR should be RBR###
What web browser are you using? Happens in other browsers?
What FW version is loaded on the RBR and all RBS?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6A STP is recommended.
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 wired or wirelessly connected.
https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite ‌‌🛰
What channel configurations are currently set on the router?
Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, IPv6, Smart Parental Controls or Circle, Traffic Meter.
Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router and satellites been performed since last update?
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
Turn off and unplug modem.
Turn off router and computers.
Plug in and turn on modem. Wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on the router and wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on computers and rest of network.
Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update?