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Jdawg2467
Mar 04, 2025Tutor
Major Latency Spike Every Hour at the Same Exact Minute of Every Hour
Every hour my netgear orbi satelite gets a major lag spike of about 50-100ms at the same exact time consisting of 3 spikes and while gaming online these lags last for about 20-30 seconds of actual ti...
FURRYe38
Mar 04, 2025Guru - Experienced User
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. CAT6A STP 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 wired or wirelessly connected.
https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite ‌‌🛰
Does this happen with the RBS turned OFF?
Does this happen with both wireless and wired devices?
What channel configurations are currently set on the router?
How are you connected to the RBS, wireless or ethernet?
Does this happen if you game connected to the RBR only?
What kind of gaming are you doing?
What kind of game device are you using? Console or PC?