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Even if I "hide" the 5ghz, and "forget" the SSID on my android phone
These steps will not work for me for some reason. Even if I "hide" the 5ghz, and "forget" the SSID on my android phone, when it then shows the available networks, it is still a 5ghz network. I also...
I think I can connect the access point, turn off the Orbi, and set up the access pont WiFi to the same SSID/PWD as the Orbi.
Does that sound like it would work?
You'll need a router. Though your ISP "modem" might be a gateway (router+modem).
A variation will work
- change the SSID on the Orbi
- set up the AP to use the original SSID/PWD
Then of course change the SSID back after the install.
Good suggestion on the hot spot. Apparently Verizon requires you to subscribe to make your phone a hotspot on mobile data vs. sharing your home WiFi. I think it would have worked though. Along those lines, I think I can connect the access point, turn off the Orbi, and set up the access pont WiFi to the same SSID/PWD as the Orbi, configure the two mini split heads and the central heat pump WiFi adapter, then disconnect the access point and turn the Orbi back on after I finish setting up the zones. Does that sound like it would work? At least I wouldn't have to keep the access point set up and running that way.
I think I can connect the access point, turn off the Orbi, and set up the access pont WiFi to the same SSID/PWD as the Orbi.
Does that sound like it would work?
You'll need a router. Though your ISP "modem" might be a gateway (router+modem).
A variation will work
- change the SSID on the Orbi
- set up the AP to use the original SSID/PWD
Then of course change the SSID back after the install.
I can do that. Thanks!
I had been thinking the access point would be plugged into the Orbi Router via Ethernet. The Orbi Router wireless would be turned off (Orbi router still on), then back on when done. Or, I can leave it on and change the SSID during the install time.
The Orbi Router wireless would be turned off
There's no on/off control for the client wifi.