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alexsos
Aspirant
Mar 30, 2020

2 routers? RBR40

Hi,   My current setup: RBR40 as a router, 1 Satellite RBS40. Router connected to multi-switch resulting in LAN connection in rooms on 2-level house. I mostly use Apple family products and Sony.  ...
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CrimpOn
Guru - Experienced User
Mar 30, 2020

With there already being an ethernet cable connecting the Orbi router location and the office, the optimal solution is to install any Orbi satellite that has an ethernet jack on it, such as the RBS50, the RBS40, or RBS20 (available on eBay for about $100).  The "wall plug" model has no ethernet jack, so it is not a suitable solution.

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    alexsos
    Aspirant
    Mar 30, 2020
    So what you are saying is that I can use satellite as a router through ethernet? I thought ethernet connections were only to connect satellite with outer hardware like a desktop. Now you're saying that they can be both? Any special settings for a satellite needed?
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      CrimpOn
      Guru - Experienced User
      Mar 30, 2020

      Sorry my answer was confusing.  There is only one router, the RBR40.  Any number of satellites can connect to it, and some of the satellites have ethernet jacks which computers and other devices can connect to - in addition to the WiFi connection.  There will still be one connection to the internet (through the router).  Adding a satellite with at least two ethernet jacks in the office will allow:

      • The satellite to connect to the Orbi router at the highest reliable speed (over the ethernet cable), and
      • Provide another ethernet jack for office use.  For example, connect an inexpensive "unmanaged" gigabit ethernet switch to the satellite and then plug in computers, printers, laptops, etc. etc. to the switch.