Airbnb Internet Options (6,000 sq ft.)

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Hello!&nbsp;I am a property manager for a 6,000 sq. ft. Airbnb property.I have been working with different wifi pods/extenders to help increase connectivity and speed for my guests.These have not been working. I talked with my internet provider and they recommended I look into Orbi. I have never used a system like this before, but I am willing to try it.&nbsp;I bought a Whole Home Wifi System, Tri-band Wifi. Comes with one router and two satelites.&nbsp;My question is, would I be able to place the router in one unit (known as the hub) and place the two satelites in two seperate units?&nbsp;Thanks!

tomschmidt · Answer

It looks like your exterior walls are concrete block. WiFi signal strength will diminish going through those walls. With the layout you have, if you can put the router toward the center and the two satellites towards each end, it should cover the space pretty good. Attached is a pic of this.

My home is concrete block, and the signal to outside is reduced, but is still quite strong to cover my needs.

sojourn_out · Answer

This photo shows what the property looks like

sojourn_out · Answer

tomschmidt&nbsp;Thank you so much! I will do that, and let you all know how it goes.

sojourn_out · Answer

tomschmidt&nbsp;Now that I am looking at it, I have the RBK23 model.I just compared it to the&nbsp;RBK53.Is this going to make a big difference?

tomschmidt · Answer

Due to your concrete walls, the RBK23 may not be powerful enough.&nbsp; The layout would be the same as I suggested, test it to see if it is sufficient.&nbsp; If it is not, then you may need to exchange it for the RBK53.&nbsp; See&nbsp;https://www.tech21century.com/netgear-orbi-rbk30-vs-rbk40-vs-rbk50/#RBK23_Vs_RBK50&nbsp;for a comparison of features.

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Airbnb Internet Options (6,000 sq ft.)

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