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Orbi RB40 keeps blocking certain devices

iamallright
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Orbi RB40 keeps blocking certain devices

RB40 with two satellites (RB20) seems to have a hard time staying connected to specific devices, even with the satellite next to the device.  The system "Blocks" acess often and when I try and change in Access Controls, it wont switch to Allow.

 

Been getting worse and worse since early 2020

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FURRYe38
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Re: Orbi RB40 keeps blocking certain devices

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 is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router

 

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?

Try enabling Beamforming and MIMO(MIMO may or maynot be needed) and WMM. Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings

Try disabling the following and see:
Armor, Circle, Daisy Chain, Fast Roaming, IPv6 and Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Set Short preamble instead of Long preamble modes. Save settings and reboot the router and satellite(s).

 


Has a factory reset and setup from scratch been performed since last FW update? 

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