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Orbi drops wifi for iPad Pro, iPhone 7 and Macbook Pro intermittently
Running 1.4.0.34 on both main Orbi and sattelite (main and sattelite are on different floors with wall between, perhaps 20-25 feet distance straight line). I generally have "5 bars" of Wifi on al...
Hello Everyone
We have release firmware version 1.12.0.18 this firmware has fixes for disconnects and many more I posted the release notes below.
https://kb.netgear.com/000044171/RBR50-Firmware-Version-1-12-0-18
If you are still having issues after updating your Orbi unit you may want to factory reset the Orbi and test again. If you are still having disconnect issues or other issues with this firmware please create a new thread or contact our support team.
http://www.netgear.com/support/contact.aspx
Thanks
DarrenM
MAC,
Having two routers makes things more complicated, for no added value. If you are going to pay for the Comcast router (monthly), can't you just get simple wireless access points (like Ubiquiti WAPs) to extend it? Or, ditch the Comcast router and get a simple cable modem and the Orbi or other router/ mesh system.
ML
It's probably best to turn off DHCP and wifi on the comcast cable modem. Let the new router do DHCP.
Better yet, ruturn the comcast device and buy a cable modem like the Netgear CM300. I have no choice but to use Comcast for internet, but I have none of their equipment in my house.
It is simple to provision most modems on comcast without tech support. The only trick is to log into the new modem as admin before going to the comcast provisioning page.