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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    When you unpack the ZIP file there is a QuickStart.txt file. The instructions are in there.
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    Orbi RBR50 Dropped Packets AP Mode

    I saw references to that and the use of the WAN port in AP mode for other routers. I am suspecting that it is the same thing. I could try and flip the cable to a LAN, but then the router glows pink with nothing in the WAN port. I guess if I need mood lighting ...
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    Orbi RBR50 Dropped Packets AP Mode

    System: World DSL Model Cable 1 Personal Router (running Untangle) Cable 2 (Internet Port on Orbi Router) Orbi Router (AP Mode) WiFi Orbi Satellite 1 (Port 1 on Orbi Router) Cable 3 (Port 1 on Sat 2) Orbi Satellite 2 I had a RBR50 that was doing random reboots. Along the way I noticed...
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    Using "satelliteinfo wifi" I have also seen for example 900/1100 backhaul connection rates on Netgear stock to 1300/1300 on Voxel. This was on Netgear 2.5.1.8. I have also seen on the debug.htm page CPU rates being consistently lower when using Voxel. There are a lot of factors at play of...
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    Downsides to the Orbi AC2200?

    <rant on> I have had to loosen the reigns a bit with kids doing school from home these days. I just wish the teachers would pick a technology. Zoom or Google MeetMe ... Office or Google. One grade teacher does it one way, another grade completely different. </rant off> Back to the RBR20. It...
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    Downsides to the Orbi AC2200?

    "smart teenager" I had a teenage son whose mission was to get around our home UTM. (I am actually using Untangle.) It was the VPN of the week for him until I would figure out the settings I needed to block that VPN. I could always tell when he figured out that I blocked that VPN. Small...
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    Selective Parental Control in my build of firmware

    What about a port forward rule? Port 53, from MAC/IP redirect to desired DNS IP port 53. Well, that is what I do with my router (not an Orbi - my Orbi is in AP mode). Not sure if the Orbi port forward rules could do that.
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    To add ... sure make the request to Voxel ... but if you are on a timeline for a specific feature ... you might want to consider a purchased product with the feature(s) you desire.
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    To be clear, I have only done this with official. I have NOT done this with Voxel. I am not sure if I would try this with Voxel. Do so at your own risk. As far as the "same" as the pin button - don't know. One would think it would be. Doing it via the GUI it appears to erase and restore...
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    OrbiLogin.net Login Advanced tab Administration Backup Settings Erase Note, you might want to "Back Up" first; unless, you want to configure from scratch.
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    I have been having really good luck with 2.5.1.16 if you want to stay on Netgear official. I would recommend a software "Erase" to restore to system defaults followed by a pin reset, and then reconfigure - or you can save a backup of your settings and just restore those settings.
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    So you have another personal router as the Orbi is in AP mode. Does your router have a man in the middle certificate that needs to be installed on your Apple devices? This is only if your router is inspecting SSL for things like web filters. Double check the Orbi is in AP mode? If it is in...
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    I believe I heard it explained with regards to the Orbis is that they drop to 20MHz when an access point is detected and they handle this on a frame by frame basis. Hence, if a device is in an area that has no other interference, it will give that device the full 40MHz. Similarly 20MHz to...
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    Downsides to the Orbi AC2200?

    RBR/S50 have the LAN ports. I have one satellite by my TV and Satellite receiver for example that I plug into the satellite via cable vs wifi. Considering those devices would eat up a lot of bandwidth and wifi, I figured if I can put the high consumers on the wire that would free up the wifi...
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.17SF-HW

    At least for me, resetting the satellites have worked every time with Voxel's firmware. FYI - YMMV. I lucked out because I was always too lazy to reset the router because I did not want to reconfigure it. Luckily, I ran across experiences here before going ahead with it. Either way it sounds...
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    Voxel Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.13.1SF-HW

    Voxel must not sleep. He has a new version out: https://www.snbforums.com/threads/custom-firmware-build-for-orbi-rbk50-rbk53-rbr50-rbs50-v-9-2-5-1-17sf-hw.63554/
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    Voxel Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.13.1SF-HW

    There is an official Netgear 2.5.1.16 out. Release notes state: Fixes the attached device list incomplete issue https://kb.netgear.com/000061838/RBR50-RBS50-Firmware-Version-2-5-1-16 FYI
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    Voxel Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.13.1SF-HW

    Are you kidding me ... me ... ignore hitting a button ... man ... this will be a true test for me :eek:
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    Voxel Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.13.1SF-HW

    I would just like to give HUGE props to these firmwares. The Orbi system was released a few years ago and Netgear released firmwares (in general) are rarely current. One could argue, if it isn't broken why fix it. On the flip side, as demonstrated with these firmwares, performance gains can...
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    Custom firmware build for Orbi RBK50/RBK53 (RBR50, RBS50) v. 9.2.5.1.12.1SF-HW

    Voxel *.13.1 has been released. FYI https://www.snbforums.com/threads/custom-firmware-build-for-orbi-rbk50-rbk53-rbr50-rbs50-v-9-2-5-1-13-1sf-hw.62987/unread
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