Add another Orbi RBR20 router via LAN cord and still use same SSID

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I have purchased two main RBR20 routers, one of them with 2 satellties and the other one with 1 satellite. My apartment is big, so satellites are not enough. My main fiber cable internet is located in the master room, therefore I placed my main router (RBR20) over there. I installed a LAN cord to the other side of the apartment and placed the othe router (RBR20) connected via the LAN cord that comes from the main router. I have internet everywhere, but when I walk it switches from wifi to wifi. When I open the Orbi app and check the "Network map" I can only see the router I am connected with some sattellites. How can I set up all the equipments together in the same network map?
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FURRYe38 · Answer

What FW is currently loaded?What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ethernet switch if one is in the configuration.
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What is the size of your home? Sq Ft? What is the distance between the router and satellite(s)? 30 feet is recommended in between them to begin with depending upon building materials. Wired or wireless.&nbsp;
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By using two RBR units you have two different wireless and networks systems. This is NOT recommended. RBR units can only run as main routers or AP mode. All you need to do is replace the remote RBR unit with a RBS unit. You use the RBS units using wired backhaul where needed.&nbsp;
https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System
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Also Daisy Chain needs to be disabled if you have the RBS connected via LAN cable.&nbsp;
drftorres&nbsp;wrote:
I have purchased two main RBR20 routers, one of them with 2 satellties and the other one with 1 satellite. My apartment is big, so satellites are not enough. My main fiber cable internet is located in the master room, therefore I placed my main router (RBR20) over there. I installed a LAN cord to the other side of the apartment and placed the othe router (RBR20) connected via the LAN cord that comes from the main router. I have internet everywhere, but when I walk it switches from wifi to wifi. When I open the Orbi app and check the "Network map" I can only see the router I am connected with some sattellites. How can I set up all the equipments together in the same network map?
Thanks

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FURRYe38 · Answer

Kinda. Since it's can't be used as a satellite. Have anyone that needs a router upgrade like a friend or family member?&nbsp;

ekhalil · Answer

drftorres&nbsp;wrote:
......., did I loose my money on the extra RBR?&nbsp;
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1) Probably not lost much, RBK20 package is usually sold at the same or lower price than an RBS20 satellite so I think that you did a good deal!
2) You can still use the extra RBR20 in AP Mode and keep it wired to the main router if you need coverage in a remote area that you don't need to roam frequently (like a basement or garage,....whhere you have non-mobile devices like cameras or so). You will then need to select different radio channels in the two Orbi's and better to use different SSID's in order not to confuse the other devices.

drftorres · Answer

Can I use my Orbi router as an Orbi satellite?

FURRYe38 · Answer

RBR routers can't be used as satellites. Only as the main host router or in main AP mode connected behind another router.&nbsp;

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Add another Orbi RBR20 router via LAN cord and still use same SSID

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