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Rbr850 mesh systems makes iPhone ask for password every connection

Ncosper
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Rbr850 mesh systems makes iPhone ask for password every connection

Within the last week my Orbi system that I’ve only had for a couple of months has started making my iPhone require a password every single time it connects. This is probably 20-30 times per day and extremely annoying. I’ve tried every troubleshooting method I can find, including reset iPhone network settings, disabling private ip, resetting the router. This doesn’t happen on my other router in the house that I have for a dedicated 2.4 network. It doesn’t happen on any other device except occasionally on one Apple TV.
I even tried rolling back the Orbi to older firmware. Nothing has helped at all.
Really need some guidance
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FURRYe38
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Re: Rbr850 mesh systems makes iPhone ask for password every connection

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?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended. 
How many RBS are deployed? 
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 ‌‌🛰

 

Be sure to disable any MAC Address randomizers on phones and pads while at home:
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-App/NETGEAR-Mobile-Applications-and-Apple-Devices-FAQ/td-p/222...

 

Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router been performed since last update?
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
Turn off and unplug modem.
Turn off router and computers.
Plug in and turn on modem. Wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on the router and wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on computers and rest of network.

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