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rj1031
Aug 13, 2020Aspirant
Security camera can't connect to Orbi AX6000
I recently installed an Orbi AX6000 (RBR850). As soon as I installed it, my outdoor (alarm.com) security camera stopped working. I called the security company (Safehaven-ADT dealer) and requested for...
- Aug 24, 2020
End result...
I had to take the Orbi satellite closer to the camera (inside the garage) in able for it to connect. It's strange how Spectrum's router can easily connect from the same position where the main Orbi is located. I feel like I got robbed spending a lot of money and it didn't perform according to its spec/design.
Neverthess, I appreciate your help!
FURRYe38
Aug 14, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Try moving the RBS out a bit farther as well. 30 feet or more is recommended.
rj1031
Aug 14, 2020Aspirant
"Try moving the RBS out a bit farther as well. 30 feet or more is recommended. "
Done.
BTW, there's no option for 40 MHz. It's just either put a check in the box "Enable 20/40 MHz Coexistence".
- FURRYe38Aug 15, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Remove the check from the box and it sets 40Mhz only.
- rj1031Aug 17, 2020Aspirant
Thanks! I'll do that and I will report shortly.
- FURRYe38Aug 17, 2020Guru - Experienced User
You can play around with these settings as well. 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