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SRudy
Aspirant
Mar 12, 2018

Comparing Orbi Units. Need recomendation.

I am looking at purchasing a new router and have narrowed it down to 3 options but am not really sure which one will be best for my situation.  I honstly dont know much about Wifi so this is all lost...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Mar 12, 2018

Any chance you get get ethernet up to the main floor or top level? It's recommended to have wifi routers on main level or top level of houses for best operation and coverage. 

 

3000sq ft the RBK50 with one Satellie to start should be good. I have a 5000sq ft house, RBK22 router is up on top level at one end of the house and 1 Satellite is at main level at the opposite end. Stellar range, coverage and performance inside and out. 

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    SRudy
    Aspirant
    Mar 12, 2018
    I could run Cat5 if needed but it is not preferred. I also have a mycloud and would prefer to keep all of the bulky items out of site.
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      FURRYe38
      Guru - Experienced User
      Mar 12, 2018

      Main level if you can. 

       

      You can test a system out in the basement and see how it works for you.