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EricTheRedFL
Jul 27, 2026Aspirant
RBE971 dropping A9000 connections
Hello, I've got an RBE971 running v12.1.10.12_5.3.16 in AP mode. I have an A9000 adapter for my Fedora Linux notebook that connects correctly. However, after about 5 minutes, the connection is dr...
FURRYe38
Jul 27, 2026Guru - Experienced User
What channels are you using on the RBR?
Do you have any RBS connected?
Distance from RBR to A9000 adapter in feet please?
Is this the only item that is having problems?
What driver version are you using for the A9000 adapter? Where are you getting the driver from since NG doesn't have a Linux discrete driver on there site?
I've been testing my A9000 with the 973 series and have not exhibited this issue, however my adapter is connected with a windows 11 laptop.
plemans
Jul 28, 2026Guru - Experienced User
I've got a A9000 on a 973 as well. No issues running windows. I'd be highly suspicious of an unsupported linux driver.