Adding extra satellites

Hi, I have a the RBR20 system with router and 2 extra satellites at present but I need to get coverage at the edge of the property to pick up a wifi CCTV cam on the wall outside. This location is fur...

CrimpOn
Jun 29, 2020
Alas, you cannot install an Orbi "router" model and connect it to an existing Orbi system as a "satellite".
Since the camera is a fixed object that "never moves", you might consider using an inexpensive WiFi extender. Almost every manufacturer sells them for under $40. I have experimented with inexpensive extenders from TP-Link and Netgear. They connect to the Orbi system using Wireless Protected Setup (WPS) or can be configured manually.

If the camera is only capable of 2.4G WiFi, which many of them are, then a WiFi extender can be even less costly. Amazon sells the TP-Link N300 for $20. As (some prominent politician said this Spring) "What do you have to lose?"

FURRYe38

Guru - Experienced User

Jun 29, 2020

You try out a RBS50Y outdoor RBS...

Ducatti

Tutor

Jul 01, 2020

Thank you, that's a good thought but I tried connecting a TP Link RE450 that was redundant after installing my Orbi and it works a treat now. Same performance and 70% signal strength at the camera.... I didn't know I could do that but it's fine.

Thanks for your help..... Rgds..... Rob

FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Jul 01, 2020
Glad it all working. Enjoy. :smileywink:

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Adding extra satellites