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conroyw
Dec 05, 2025Apprentice
Satellites aren't picking up any devices
I just purchased another RBE770 to connect to my existing mesh network to work a perceived coverage issue. I have a 3 story home with approximately 2400 square feet per floor. The new device is inc...
FURRYe38
Dec 05, 2025Guru - Experienced User
What does the RBRs web page show in a web browser?
Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router and satellite(s) been performed?
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.
Be sure to disable any MAC Address randomizers on phones and pads while at home:
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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
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15 feet is TOO close in between the RBS. 30 feet or more.
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
What mobile device are you using? Android or Apple?
What version of the Orbi app are you using?
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