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Feb 04, 2019
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Can I use RBS50 with RBK/RBR 40?

Hey guys, so I ordered I currently have the RBK40 System installed (one router and a satellite). I just ordered an Orbi RBS50 satellite since it was offered on a heavy discount, even lower as the RBS40. I bought one for myself but was wondering if I could even use it as addition to the setup or as a replacement for the one satellite.

The few topics I found about that fave mixed answers so I decided to ask here.

  • You can use RBS50 as a satellite to a RBR40 router.

    The RBS50 in this case will only use 2x2 backhaul antenna (out of the 4x4 that RBS50 is capable for) since the RBR40 only supports 2x2 backhaul.

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  • You can use RBS50 as a satellite to a RBR40 router.

    The RBS50 in this case will only use 2x2 backhaul antenna (out of the 4x4 that RBS50 is capable for) since the RBR40 only supports 2x2 backhaul.