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Rickp703
Jun 04, 2026Aspirant
Map 870 satellites to router only (not piggyback onto another satelite)
Map satellites to router only (not to another Satellite) I have Orbi 870 Router with 3 satelites I want all 3 to connect directly to the router and not attach to another satellite. See the attac...
FURRYe38
Jun 04, 2026Guru - Experienced User
You can use a cloud share to post your pictures then use the Camera icon to post the link to those pictures.
Placement is key between the RBR and RBS.
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 ‌‌🛰
Also powering them OFF then power one ON one at a time can help as well.