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Ahwman
Aspirant
Mar 23, 2021

Is it possible to use satellite just as a switch?

Hello,

 

I no longer need my Orbi as a mesh system, however I would like to continue to use the satellite as a gigabit switch.  Will it continue to function (only as a switch of course), if I remove the router?

 

Thanks...

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  • CrimpOn's avatar
    CrimpOn
    Guru
    Mar 23, 2021
    Ahwman wrote:

    I no longer need my Orbi as a mesh system, however I would like to use the satellite as a gigabit switch.  Will it continue to function (only as a switch of course), if I remove the router?

     

    For certain WiFi will no longer function.  Please give it a try and report what happens. It certainly cannot harm the satellite.

    I much prefer my inexpensive gigabit switches.  8 ports for under $30 and very small.

    • plemans's avatar
      plemans
      Guru
      Mar 24, 2021

       

      For certain WiFi will no longer function.  Please give it a try and report what happens. It certainly cannot harm the satellite.

      I much prefer my inexpensive gigabit switches.  8 ports for under $30 and very small.

      Plus it uses a lot less power with a simple switch versus using a satellite as a switch. :)