Correct order of steps in replacing Centurylink C3000Z with Orbi RBK852 router

[FURRYe38 · Accepted solution]

If it had been synced already, yes, just power it ON. I'd give it several minutes to connect and sync fully. I noticed with mine today, the RBS rebooted a 2nd time before it connected fully and the front LED turned OFF. 5-10 minutes the RBS should be connected. Check the RBRs Connected Devcies page to see it it connects. You can check the modems web page as well to see if it gets an IP address like the RBR. IT should. 

[DudeDah]

It all appears to be working. THANK YOU for your pateince in helping me figure this out. It has be a HUGE learning experience and I now understand this all a LITTLE better.

[FURRYe38]

Glad you got it working. Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/000062080/How-do-I-back-up-the-configuration-settings-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System
Enjoy. 📡

[DudeDah]

Another excellent recommendation, thanks.

[FURRYe38]

👍

[FarmerBob1]

I didn't see it mentioned, it may have, but . . . What type of Internet service do you have DSL or Fiber?

[DudeDah]

Fiber.