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MPP55
Sep 01, 2023Guide
Router "stealing" IoT devices from satellites
My system: NBK752 (router: NBR750 + 3 satellites: RBS750) Distance between the router and the satellites: more than 35 feet The satellites are connected to the router via a wired backhaul. and are ...
FURRYe38
Sep 01, 2023Guru - Experienced User
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 ‌‌🛰️
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
MPP55
Sep 01, 2023Guide
- 3200 Sq Ft
- More than 40 feet
- Already done with no effect at all...
- FURRYe38Sep 01, 2023Guru - Experienced User
For that size of home, you only need the RBR and one RBS, Try turning OFF two RBS and check...
- MPP55Sep 01, 2023GuideNope, the house is “horseshoe” shaped around a courtyard and I need all the satellites…
I have mapped the wifi signal- FURRYe38Sep 25, 2023Guru - Experienced User
try turning down the power output of the RBRs wifi radios from 100% to 25% and see if this changes anything. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings