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JesseJG
Aspirant
Jul 05, 2019

How to connect two Orbi (RBK44) routers to cover large area

I need Wi-Fi coverage over a large area (Home, Pool, Shed, & Pier). I have 200 feet outside space between my house a shed and another 300 feet to the end of my pier. I would like to feed the shed and...
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JesseJG
Aspirant
Jul 06, 2019
Please see attachment for location of cable, house, and pier. The three satellite limit drives the two router requirement.

Thanks
Jesse
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CrimpOn
Guru - Experienced User
Jul 06, 2019

Oops.  No attachment?

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    JesseJG
    Aspirant
    Jul 07, 2019

    I believe I understand what hardware I’ll need. I just need to understand if its possible and how to connect the two Orbi routers to my Verizon FiOS Router (FiOS Quantum Gateway).

     

    Assumptions: Both will need to be in Access Point Mode (AP mode). The two networks will not be meshed. Speed will be compromised.

     

    Proposed Connections

    1. Connect Orbi Router #1 with ethernet cable (short cable) to the Verizon FiOS Router
    2. Complete Setup of Router #1’s two Satellites (one inside & one outdoor) per installation instructions.
    3. Connect Orbi Router #2’s with ethernet cable (~190 foot) to the Verizon FiOS Router
    4. Complete Setup of Router #2 Satellites (two outdoor) per installation instructions.

     

    So questions are: Can two Orbi routers be connected to my Verizon FiOS Router? What setup changes (Orbi router or Verizon FiOS Router) do I need to make?

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      CrimpOn
      Guru - Experienced User
      Jul 07, 2019
      JesseJG wrote:

      So questions are: Can two Orbi routers be connected to my Verizon FiOS Router? What setup changes (Orbi router or Verizon FiOS Router) do I need to make?

      Yes, as many Orbi routers can be connected to FIOS as there are ethernet ports (or, if a switch is connected to FIOS, as many as there are ports on the switch).  In AP mode, every device connected gets an IP address from the FIOS.  They will all be separate WiFi networks, so the "mesh" benefits will be lost.

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        JesseJG
        Aspirant
        Jul 07, 2019

        So, the end result would be two separate mesh network, correct? 

        With the limitation of the 3 satellites and the area I need to cover, I don’t believe I have any other option.