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flutterby71
Apr 18, 2022Aspirant
Failing router RBR50
I am new here and hope someone can help me with deciding what I should use as a replacement for my failing router. We have had everything checked by the cable company and they replaced the modum. Our...
- Apr 18, 2022
There may be things people on the forum can suggest to avoid replacing the router.
The RBS50V (S for satellite) is compatible with any brand of WiFi router in extender mode (not Orbi satellite mode. It is not even compatible with the newer Orbi routers in satellite mode).
An easy fix would be to pick up a used RBR50 from eBay. Completely compatible with the RBS50V units.
CrimpOn
Apr 18, 2022Guru - Experienced User
There may be things people on the forum can suggest to avoid replacing the router.
The RBS50V (S for satellite) is compatible with any brand of WiFi router in extender mode (not Orbi satellite mode. It is not even compatible with the newer Orbi routers in satellite mode).
An easy fix would be to pick up a used RBR50 from eBay. Completely compatible with the RBS50V units.
- flutterby71Apr 18, 2022Aspirant
Thank you for your help. Found a refurbished one on Ebay at less then half the price of a new one.
Flutterby