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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...
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.
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Please take your business model discussions elsewhere.
The devs are NOT reading this board -- nor is their workload determined by these posts.
I had no intention of "sparking" a revolt. Just looking for a product that will deliver consistent/stable performance in a MESH environment. The ORBI was GREAT when it worked...I got 3-10X speeds over my existing HAWKING range extender in most areas of my home. Hence, my disappointment in the reliability AND in the somewhat rudimentary software interface that ORBI delivered.