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JAZR
Jul 23, 2020Aspirant
Can an Orbi Extender using Wifi run an Ethernet cable to a computer for a wired connection?
I have an RBR50 connected to an Xfinity modem - Wireless Gateway: TG3482G (router features turned off) via ethernet cable. Then 2 more RBR50 used as extenders in my home. All devices run off of wifi....
- Jul 23, 2020
Yes.
JAZR
Jul 24, 2020Aspirant
Clearly this is not my area but you both answered my questions. I can hook an ethernet up to a wifi enabled device. That was the big question. Then the thin client will run off of the Orbi satelite via cable and the Orbi satelite will run off of the wifi. I am going to try and set it up this weekend.
The no CPU just meant that the computer will not operate unless it is connect through the thin client. The Wyse thin client has 2 monitors and a keyboard. The thin client networks with the network and then you can connect to your network through it. However, the set up is not like a traditional PC with an operating system that you install an app like VM Ware and then connect to the network through the app. Maybe this makes more sense. If not, I am sorry - as I said this is not my area.
Thank you both for your help.
FURRYe38
Jul 24, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Just connect a ethernet cable to the PC behind the RBS and the rest will happen. The PC will get an IP address and internet services from the RBR thru the RBS.
Enjoy. :smileywink: