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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.
Orbi Product Team
I gave up on waiting. The google wifi is cheaper and works a treat. Sorry Netgear, I felt releasing without this feature really tricked a lot of people into expecting something we assumed was there. Every other system has this, and it's not really complete without it. :(
I was just told by Netgear support that the Orbi RBK53 would support ethernet backhaul, is this correct?
Hello Gabepaul
Ethernet backhaul is on the roadmap to be added at a later date.
DarrenM
No specific date ?
Google WiFi here I am ...
I would also really like to see wired backhaul. I live in a large home and just cannot place the router in the center point in the home (the Kitchen/living room, which are off limits for tech gadgetry). As a result, the router on one edge of the house cannot reach the other side, no matter how many satellites I use.
However, the whole house is wired, so if they were able to communicate via backhaul, I could cover all areas easily.
Unfortunately I'll have to return mine until the feature shows up as the setup isn't usable for me without it.
