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Saif75
May 05, 2025Follower
Orbi 970 main router speed
I have the black edition of the Orbi 970 series with 2 satellites. When I am in the room with a satellite my wifi speed is 500 to 700, but when I am in the room with the main router, my wifi speed i...
FURRYe38
May 05, 2025Guru - Experienced User
Be sure when your in the room with the RBR that your device IS connected to the RBR and not still connected to the remote RBS. Some devices won't detach and move to the closer signal. You need to disable the wifi on the device for 5-10 seconds then re-enable it to get it to connect to the closer signal.
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 ‌‌🛰