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pierre22
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Jul 27, 2023
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Mixed Lan with orbi AC3000

I have the following product Orbi AC3000 Tri-band WiFi Router (RBR50) and I would like to create a mixed local area network using a network switch to connect devices such as pc, smart tv, printer and dvr, such as switch, with at least 6 ports; and which network cable do you recommend since I should upgrade to fiber?

 

What do I need to wire such a network in a three-story house by passing the cables through the existing light conduits?

 

 

Orbi AC3000 Tri-band WiFi System (RBK53) #lan 

  • Those will work find until your ready to upgrade. 

    I recommend getting the non (E) versions of the switches. 


    I found a bit cheaper pricing by getting used or refurb'd equipment. 

     

    Good Luck.

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  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User

    As long as the RBS gets connected to the back of the RBR, with a non managed switch in between, your good there.

    https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System 📡

     

    If you have in wall lan cabling, these just need to be connected to this switch as well. 

    NG GS-105/108v4 and GS308v3, D-Link DGS-105/108 and HP ProCurve 1400/1800 series 8 and 24 port switches work for Orbi systems.

    • pierre22's avatar
      pierre22
      Aspirant

      I wanted to ask what type of cable and switch I need, the tools and any since I would have to wire the house.

  • schumaku's avatar
    schumaku
    Guru - Experienced User

    pierre22 wrote:

    What do I need to wire such a network in a three-story house by passing the cables through the existing light conduits?


    You need to find a compromise between the available space in the installation pipes, cable quality, fire protection in the electrical installation (legal requirements). 

    • pierre22's avatar
      pierre22
      Aspirant

      I have the option of using the trunking of the telephone sockets, in this case which cable do you recommend?