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Wired overhaul issue with Orbi AX4200 Wifi 6 Satellite
Hi all, I am a newbie in all this Mesh-wifi thing. I was an unify user before, and now I decide to switch to Orbi because of its tri-band function. I purchased this set of Orbi (2 routers and 4 satel...
It is rather ironic that changing to wired connection between router and satellites essentially renders the "Tri Band" capability inactive. (Thus, essentially no different than a Unify product.)
My practice is to:
- Ignore the Orbi app completely. The app cannot manage any of the Orbi advanced functions.
- Use the web interface, Advanced Tab, Setup, LAN setup facility to assign IP addresses to each of the permanent devices in the house: printers, servers, TVs, cameras, home automation, thermostats, garage door openers, etc. etc. That should ensure that they always get the same IP address every time they turn on.
- Home wiring can be touchy. If the jacks are not terminated correctly, a simple "pair tester" may claim they are 'good', but they may not auto negotiate gigabit connections. Most Ethernet switches have tiny LEDs which show the connection rate. Netgear did not include LEDs on the Orbi units, possibly because (a) the jacks are on the rear of the unit and not easily visible, and (b) users are typically annoyed by blinking lights in places like bedrooms.
It is rather ironic that changing to wired connection between router and satellites essentially renders the "Tri Band" capability inactive. (Thus, essentially no different than a Unify product.)
My practice is to:
- Ignore the Orbi app completely. The app cannot manage any of the Orbi advanced functions.
- Use the web interface, Advanced Tab, Setup, LAN setup facility to assign IP addresses to each of the permanent devices in the house: printers, servers, TVs, cameras, home automation, thermostats, garage door openers, etc. etc. That should ensure that they always get the same IP address every time they turn on.
- Home wiring can be touchy. If the jacks are not terminated correctly, a simple "pair tester" may claim they are 'good', but they may not auto negotiate gigabit connections. Most Ethernet switches have tiny LEDs which show the connection rate. Netgear did not include LEDs on the Orbi units, possibly because (a) the jacks are on the rear of the unit and not easily visible, and (b) users are typically annoyed by blinking lights in places like bedrooms.