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Random Internet Drops
I had an RBR50 with 4 satellites that was working fine but it seemed to be at capacity with all our wifi devices and cameras as it kept dropping some and re logging them on when it got to about 110 d...
Does the front LED on the RBR turn PINK when this happens?
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.
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 ‌‌🛰
Is IPv6 enabled or disabled on the RBR unit?
If enabled, how is IPv6 configured? Auto? Auto detected IPv6 DNS or custom IPv6 DNS?
Does this happen with the RBS turned OFF?
What channel configurations are currently set on the router?
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, Smart Parental Controls or Circle, Traffic Meter.
Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router been performed since last update?
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
Turn off and unplug modem.
Turn off router and computers.
Plug in and turn on modem. Wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on the router and wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on computers and rest of network.