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Only getting 40 Mb/s WiFi with Orbi RBR40
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Only getting 40 Mb/s WiFi with Orbi RBR40
I am currently using the Orbi AC2200 Tri-band WiFi Router (RBR40) with a xFi Gateway 3rd Generation Modem/Router (I have the Gateway in bridgemode so that the router function is turned off).
My current internet plan gives me 800 Mb/s download and 15 Mb/s upload.
My PC that is connected via cable to the Orbi is currently giving me the 800 Mb/s Download and 15 Mb/s Upload.
My devices are connected to my WiFi via the Orbi. These speeds do not exceed 40 Mb/s download and 15 Mb/s upload.
I have one Orbi Router connected to two Orbi Satellites. My house is an average sized two story split entry home.
Are there any settings that can be adjusted so that I can get more appropriate WiFi speeds?
Thanks!
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Re: Only getting 40 Mb/s WiFi with Orbi RBR40
one thing to check is if you're testing over 2.4ghz or 5ghz.
2.4ghz is a much slower network and sensitive to interference.
5ghz is significantly faster
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Re: Only getting 40 Mb/s WiFi with Orbi RBR40
I checked that right off the bat. I am getting 40 Mb/s over 5 ghz.
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Re: Only getting 40 Mb/s WiFi with Orbi RBR40
What firmware is on the router and the satellites?
If you hardwire into the satellites and test their speed, what do you get?
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Re: Only getting 40 Mb/s WiFi with Orbi RBR40
Firmware Version: v2.7.3.22
I can't currently test the satellite wired speeds because I only have one wired device and at the moment I need it plugged in to the main Orbi router. Sorry.
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Re: Only getting 40 Mb/s WiFi with Orbi RBR40
then power off the satellites and test what speed you get when only the router is connected.
You can also try factory resetting the router/satellites.
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Re: Only getting 40 Mb/s WiFi with Orbi RBR40
Ok, I will try testing my Orbi with the satellites powered off this evening. I did a full factory reset last night and it didn't help.
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