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How can I connect an external hard drive to Orbi Router RBR 50 via USB?
I would like to connect an external hard drive via USB to the Orbi RBR50 router to back up a macbook pro via time machine. how can i get USB port to work?
Hi All,
I have checked this with the team. Orbi has not been updated to use Readyshare features as of right now it only officially supports Readyshare print for printers via the USB.
Regards,
Blanca
Community Team
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/Does-Orbi-RBK50-support-USB-Connected-hard-drives/td-p/1332052
fritzboyle wrote:
i would be interested if there is a way for me to use my USB HD connecte to the router
Hi All,
I have checked this with the team. Orbi has not been updated to use Readyshare features as of right now it only officially supports Readyshare print for printers via the USB.
Regards,
Blanca
Community Team
Thank you for the updated info.
you call THIS as a SOLUTION???
waste of my time.
The answer was for debrasunshine. The only time wasted was when you posted your message.
Is there any anticipated time frame of when this capability will be available?
NG does post when changes will be made, if any. Its possible that USB drive support may not be seen on Orbi as well. Something only NG knows what will happen.
I recommend you find alternate USB drive support solutions. There are USB to LAN adapters that can be used to put a USB drive on a network. Something to look into.
wmanning7538 wrote:
Is there any anticipated time frame of when this capability will be available?
