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boombox
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Jan 12, 2020
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Is this setup possible with a RBK50

Hi there,   Thinking about purchasing the RBK50. Before i do, can somebody confirm if the setup i'm thinking about will work?   Please see my attachment for a diagram supporting my question:   ...
  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Jan 14, 2020

    You can connect any kind of switch to the back of Orbi. For managed switches, be sure ALL IGMP protocols are disabled. Some switches that have "green ethernet" features are also not recommended with Orbi. 

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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Jan 12, 2020

I've had mine done in a similar setup. I tried both: 

modem----rbr50-----managed switch-------satellites and other devices

modem----rbr50----sats

                   |

         managed switch

 

 

Both worked when i used them like that. the rbr50 units have 3x ethernet ports on the back

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plemans
Guru - Experienced User
Jan 12, 2020

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