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Mesh system generic question
I currently have an Arris 7580 AC router that has served my purposes until now. I recently added a Simplisafe doorbell with camera, which I could not get to connect to my router. The problem is the d...
Plus, almost every mesh WiFi system acts the same way (Google, Deco, Velop, etc.)
As FURRYe38 said, Netgear's Orbi satellites can connect directly to the router, and can also "Daisy Chain" off another satellite. A top of the line three unit RBK53 Orbi package will set you back $400 plus tax. The RBK23 would be $270 plus tax. Dumping the Arris in favor of a mesh system is not cheap.
As you have found, for a WiFi "extender" to function, it has to be close enough to the router to get a good signal. The same is true for Orbi satellites. Another solution is to make use of existing coax or electrical wiring to create a wired network. If there is coax throughout the townhouse, a pair of MoCHA adapters can create a network allowing you to place a WiFi access point wherever there is coax. Likewise, Powerline adapters can allow you to place a WiFi access point wherever there is electricity.
What a frustrating situation. I, also, have Simplisafe, but my doorbell points "sideways" at the front door. No video of people walking up to the door for me!