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Nighthawk AX8 vs Orbi AC3000
Hi there,
Currently I own or have the Orbi AC3000 with one satellite. I am on the fence right now, I love my MESH routers, however, they do not play nice with my WiFi cameras as they tend to sw...
Might help to trouble shoot the Orbi system first.
What Firmware is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
Is the Orbi system operating in Router or AP mode?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ethernet switch if one is in the configuration.
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between them to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.
Placement is key.
What channels are you using? Auto? Try setting manual channel 1, 6 or 11 on 2.4Ghz and any unused channel on 5Ghz.
Any Wifi Neighbors near by? If so, how many?
What WPA security modes are you using?
Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings
Try disabling the following and see:
Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).
The RAX routers may or may not be of any help. Also since AX is the new standard, your current devices would not be using the new AX standard since they don't support AX. I presume the cameras are N mode cameras?
I have 3 cameras connected to a RBK50 and have zero problems. There 2.4Ghz only supporting cameras though.
Thank you I will try what you suggested, I will glady try all your suggestions when I get home. My house is not very big at all maybe 1800sf, however the way that it is shaped and where I place the router probably play into how my setup might be not so great. I keep it updated for firmware. I was always understanding that the "mesh" system switches between 2.4 and 5 on its own, where ever the load is greater. So at times I will be viewing my cameras and all of a sudden they stop working or I lose my connection to them. I also have two RING products and each use their own adapter since RING states it does not support MESH systems.
Yes, placement is key and distance. 1800sq ft is kinda small for the Orbi system. However placement adjustments may help out.
Let us know feedback when you get home and gather it all up.
6 cameras? If so, then also be aware that some maybe clogging wifi bandwidth as well, depending upon there resolution settings.
Clogging bandwidth is probably the problem. I have really 2 RING system, doorbell pro and the securty camera one. I have 6 Mi Cameras, 1x720 4x1080p and 1 1080p dome then my other system has a box and 4 wifi cameras itself. So would the AX8 support more than the Orbi? Thanks again
I would look at the data sheet and compare.
Ya having HQ cameras online and all streaming at the same time will probably be taxing for any router.