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Aspirant

Mar 18, 2024

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RBR850 Satellite Issues

Hi, I am struggling with my Netgear RBR850. I would be very grateful if anyone was able to help. My ideal set up is as follows: -Router (and broadband modem connected via ethernet) in my sittin...

CrimpOn
Mar 18, 2024
A satellite will prefer a 'wired' connection every time over a WiFi connection. The satellite has no concept of anything 'beyond' that first link.

I would disconnect the Ethernet cable connecting the two satellites.

p.s. If this was an older building with wooden floors and open basement, then drilling between basement and ground floor is almost trivial.

CrimpOn

Guru - Experienced User

Mar 18, 2024

A satellite will prefer a 'wired' connection every time over a WiFi connection. The satellite has no concept of anything 'beyond' that first link.

I would disconnect the Ethernet cable connecting the two satellites.

p.s. If this was an older building with wooden floors and open basement, then drilling between basement and ground floor is almost trivial.

Jules0205

Aspirant

Mar 18, 2024

Thank you very much, have tried that and perversely it seems better!

I also had my eye on the new Orbi 970. Would that be an appreciable upgrade?

Thinking:
-10gbps in from modem (have 3gbps fibre but my current set up maxes out at 2.5gbps
-Better range/more powerful WiFi from ground floor to basement
-better connection from router to satellite 1 (that powers 5-6 devices via Ethernet)
-better WiFi on the 1st floor and 2nd floor (which has no satellites)

Or is my current set up already close in terms of quality/speed?

Thank you very much