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Forum Discussion
itGeeks
Sep 26, 2016Apprentice
Feature Request: Orbi Satellite Ethernet Backhaul
As good as Orbi looks on paper I don't understand Y you would cut yourself so short and not support Eithernet backhaul for the satellites, I have 5 locations needing a system like this but without su...
- Apr 26, 2017
Let me acknowledge that our customer base has been clamoring for this feature for a while, and we are trying to be responsive to their needs. To provide context on why it's taking a while to get it out, during the first quarter, the Orbi Engineering team was focused on bringing out the two new products (RBK30 & RBK40) to market. Now that it's accomplished, we're actively working on bringing this feature and a couple of other interesting, market-requested features to you.
Orbi Product Team
peteytesting
Sep 26, 2016Hero
because the orbi is designed as a whole home WIFI solution
if you have ethernet already installed you would not buy this over a decent wireless access point
i believe it may be planned for the orbi to get such function but its not what the orbi is aimed at market wise
tsvisser
Feb 08, 2017Initiate
Ethernet backhaul is mandatory - please add.
- HirrdgoonFeb 11, 2017Apprentice
Requesting wired backhaul, please add this feature! This feature would turn Orbi into the best wifi/wired solution for many many users that have a mix mash of devices. Which is everyone these days.