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Can a powerline adapter be used to connect an Orbi to my isp modem instead of a cat 6 rj45 cable
I want to locate my Orbi router in a room in the centre of my house so I can hardwire it with rj45 cables to my computer, Sonos and Hive heating hub located in that room (plus it’s the best place fo...
Thanks to both of you for your help and recommendations. I now feel a lot better about my next course of action.
Cheem wrote:
As a cheaper alternative to a second Orbi satellite I’m considering purchase a Netgear PLP-1000 1 port 1 Gigabit powerline adapter as an alternative to the normal hardwire connection between isp modem and Orbi router. Is this a feasible way of connecting them and ...
Yes. I do this without problems.
You don't say what your modem is. If it is a modem/router then you may want to put the Orbi into wireless access point mode.
- Thanks for the information - much appreciated! I am using my isp’s modem/ router - a ‘plusnet hub one’ (sagem)
Cheem wrote:
I am using my isp’s modem/ router - a ‘plusnet hub one’ (sagem)Without a model number, that could be anything.
The model number is Sagem CS50001. If possible can you explain the difference/best option between using the Orbi in router versus access point mode with my described set up. I notice in AP mode that the ip adresses for all equipment is set by the modem (192.x.x.x) and router mode set by the Orbii (10.x.x.x) Thank you.