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Duplicate/Extend a RBK50 installed solution
Hello,
Already equipped with a rbk50 system (router + 1 satellite) I would like to extend my wifi coverage.
Can I install a second RBK50 system (router+satellite) with the same wifi name to make this extension.
Thank you 😉
Already equipped with a rbk50 system (router + 1 satellite) I would like to extend my wifi coverage.
Can I install a second RBK50 system (router+satellite) with the same wifi name to make this extension.
Thank you 😉
Can install the RBS from the 2nd RBK system. The RBR from the 2nd RBK system can only work as the main router or in AP mode.
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Can install the RBS from the 2nd RBK system. The RBR from the 2nd RBK system can only work as the main router or in AP mode.
- Tks Furry !
Understood for the RBS. Easy.
What is the AP mode for the second RBR ?
Merci 😉AP mode turns the RBR into a separate kind of working RBS that has to be connected via ethernet cable and would run it's own separate wifi SSID name and channels. Wont integrate into the main RBK system but can help provide additional coverage if needed in this capacity.
https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo&app=desktop
Try option #2 first...
https://kb.netgear.com/000061277/Which-features-are-disabled-on-my-Orbi-router-when-it-is-set-to-AP-Mode