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wRiNkLe_sTiCk's avatar
wRiNkLe_sTiCk
Guide
Sep 20, 2025

Orbi 970 Wi-Fi 7 Ordered

Just placed my order for the 970 mesh routers—can’t wait to get them up and running! I've had a fantastic experience with the 850 WiFi 6 system so far—hands down the best wireless setup I’ve ever used.


For those who’ve already made the switch, any tips or best practices for migrating? Is it really as straightforward as configuring the new system with the same SSIDs and passwords, or are there any hidden gotchas I should watch out for?

 

orbi 970 series

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  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Sep 20, 2025

    I recommend setting up the incoming system offline prior to connecting it to the ISP service. You can set it up with a wired PC and web browser. Have RBS in same room or near the incoming RBR first. Get the system setup for same wifi SSID name and PW and channels. https://kb.netgear.com/22697/How-do-I-install-my-NETGEAR-router-using-the-router-web-interface

     

    Once you have the RBR and RBS setup, power off the new RBS and RBR. Power OFF all the out going RBS. Place the incoming RBR near the out going RBR and power it ON. Power cycle or Reboot the ISP modem or ONT. Right after the reboot starts there, disconnect the out going RBR from the WAN Port and connect that cable to the incoming RBR from the ISP modem/ONT. After the ISP has rebooted and back to ready, power OFF the out going RBR. Your devices should automatically migrate and connect to the new RBR.

     

    Go place the incoming RBS at there remote locations and power them ON. 

     

    Allow for about 10 minutes for the RBS to settle in. 

     

    I do this all the time when putting a different system on line to test.