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Orbi 970
Hi all, Latest firmware at 9.12.5.3 deployed to the RBR and RBS devices. First and foremost - had relatively fantastic performance before with other mesh wifi setups. No drops or connectivity ...
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too? Arris S33
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6A STP is recommended.
The mobile phone is a Pixel phone? Yes What version? Pixel 9 Pro XL What Os version is loaded on the phone? Android 15
Be some users posting about Orbi and Pixel phones not working well. Haven't seen much in recent time frame though. I don't have random MAC setup for my Pixel phone, but I have noticed 3-4 different variations of my phone under the Orbi app.
How many RBS are deployed? 2
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft? 3 story, 1450
What is the distance between the router Junction box where all wires are located within top floor master bedroom closet.
and satellite(s) 1 satellite on 2nd floor, and 1 satellite on bottom floor.
️? 30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR Correct
and RBS Correct
️ 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? Wouldn't know, always had RBS on.
Does this happen with both wireless and wired devices? Wireless. Wired, can't really tell if it's YouTube or the Orbi system.
What channel configurations are currently set on the router? Per support's last suggestion 11 for 2.4 and 64(DFS) for 5Ghz.
Do you see same issues if you connect to the separate IoT network? I don't use IoT network.
Try setting up a IP address reservation for your devices on the RBR. I have an IP address reserved for my NAS.
Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, IPv6, Smart Parental Controls or Circle, Traffic Meter. I can try and disable Armor. I do not use IPv6 nor do I use Smart Parental Controls/Circle. I can try and disable Traffic Meter.
Be sure to disable any MAC Address randomizers on phones and pads while at home: I do not randomize any of my MAC addresses for my devices.
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-App/NETGEAR-Mobile-Applications-and-Apple-Devices-FAQ/td-p/222...
Orbi doesn't support hidden SSID names. Thanks for the info, that is a shame.
Lets try setting channel 40 on 5Ghz.
Lets try turning OFF one of the RBS. for that size of home, the router unit and just 1 RBS should be enough.
At some point try the RBS all turned OFF to test the phone and PC behaviors.