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flyingdutchgeek
Tutor
Jul 30, 2025

Using Wired Backhaul, the internet is slow and jittering

I have similar problem with RBSE960. Using Wired Backhaul, the internet is slow and jittering. On the Orbi Router portal is says Backhaul status = Good   When i unplug the cable and Backhaul via 5 ...
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flyingdutchgeek's avatar
flyingdutchgeek
Tutor
Aug 02, 2025

The factory reset was performed on the RBS, and after a sync, it was configured again. I did not restore anything myself.

  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Aug 02, 2025

    How are the RBS connected to the RBR when ETH? Directly behind the RBR or is there any LAN switches in between? 

     

      • FURRYe38's avatar
        FURRYe38
        Guru - Experienced User
        Aug 03, 2025

        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 CAT# LAN cable is being used?

  • liamscor's avatar
    liamscor
    Luminary
    Aug 06, 2025

    You need to perform a factory set from the RBR web gui, and then setup from scratch again, without loading any backup file.