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AC3000 vs. AC2200: Maximum Distance Between Satellites in Daisy Chain Configuration
I am trying to determine whether there is any a material difference between the AC3000 and AC2200 mesh network, if I need to maximize distance between two satellites in a daisy chain configuration.
I can set the first satellite wtihn 30 ft of router. Howevere, I want to run about 60 feet or a bit more rom that satellite to the next. it would be across an open space through two windows..home to garage office.
RickPC wrote:I can set the first satellite wtihn 30 ft of router. Howevere, I want to run about 60 feet or a bit more rom that satellite to the next. it would be across an open space through two windows..home to garage office.
I doubt very much if there will be a material difference in "maximum distance" between Orbi models, as the maximum radio strength is regulated by the FCC. The "50" series Orbi's have physically separate antennas for the WiFi backhaul link, which may tend to increase maximum bandwidth as they are not being shared with the "user" 5G signals as on the "20" series.
Open space allows much greater distance than penetrating walls. Metallic film on the windows is a major impediment to watch out for. This is common on modern double pane windows.
Unfortunately, the only way to find out is to hook them up and look at the ring light. "Blue" means "Good".