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Satellite using 2.4Ghz for backhaul
Increasingly often since ownership (28 months), my RBS 850 Satellite will use the 2.4Ghz band for back-haul instead of the 5GHz band. Initially it wasn't a big deal, I could reboot the RBR to get th...
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
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. CAT6 is recommended.
How many RBS are deployed?
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 channel configurations are currently set on the router?
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
What Firmware version is currently loaded? V7.2.6.21_5.0.20 although, as noted above, this behavior started prior to this firmware.
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too? Arris S33
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended. Cat 6
How many RBS are deployed? One
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR and RBS️ to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. Difficult to measure, at least 40 feet during normal operation, I've tested closer and moving it farther away.
What channel configurations are currently set on the router?
2.4 GHz Channel Auto (7)
2.4 GHz Wireless mode: Up to 1147 Mbps
5 GHz Channel 36 + 40 + 44 + 48(P)
5 GHz Wireless mode: Up to 2402 Mbps
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? One, about 300 feet away
Attached screenshot shows more WiFi settings.
