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jhmoser15
Dec 03, 2021Guide
RBKE963 and Homekit
Anyone using the IOT SSID and only 2.4g with home kit devices. It seems that homekit devices are going unresponsive. I am running the system in AP mode.
FURRYe38
Dec 03, 2021Guru
I'm not.
Has the Orbi system AND IoT devices been powered OFF for 1 minute or more?
I'd power everything OFF, then back ON with the Orbi system first, then IoT devices after that.
How many devices do you have connected?
What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and 📡 satellite(s)? 30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR and RBS📡 to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.
https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite 📡
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
What is the CTS value set for on the RBR? Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings