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moraru's avatar
moraru
Aspirant
Apr 05, 2019

Can't see my Airport Express connected by Ethernet cable used to stream music

I just set up my new Orbi Ultra Performance Whole Home Mesh WiFI System.  I included a few legacy Airport Express Routers (And an Airport Extreme) All linked by Ethernet Cable in Bridge Mode.  The Airport Express Routers are used soley to stream music.

 

Can't see them on the network - so can't stream music any more in my home - a fatal flaw...

 

Can anyone please help me with this issue.

 

Thanks so much

Rob

 

 

NETGEAR Orbi Ultra-Performance Whole Home Mesh WiFi System - WiFi router and single satellite extender with speeds up to 3Gbps over 5,000 sq. feet, AC3000 (RBK50)

3 Replies

  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Apr 06, 2019

    The AEs when in bridge mode shouldn't be linked to the netowork by LAN cable. Bridge mode is wireless connected to the SSID from the Orbis wifi system. Thats the fatal flaw in the configuration. 

    • moraru's avatar
      moraru
      Aspirant
      Apr 07, 2019
      Can’t connect wirelessly to the Orbi network with the airport expresses. They’ll just say can’t find base unit...
      • FURRYe38's avatar
        FURRYe38
        Guru - Experienced User
        Apr 07, 2019

        Under Advanced Tab/Advanced Settings/Wireless Settings uncheck the enabled SSID broadcase for 5Ghz. Set 20/40Mhz Coexistence to 40Mhz only. Set WPA2 and AES only. See if the AE's connect to the 2.4Ghz only SSID.