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shkwa42
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Jul 24, 2020

Netgear Nighthawk AX80 + Orbi RBK50

I just bought a Nighthawk AX80 modem/router to replace a very old Motorola modem that finally died. I currently also have an Orbi RBK50 system in place as my router and mesh system. Any issues with still using the Orbi as a mesh system to boost throughout the house with the Nighthawk?

 

Thanks.

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  • CrimpOn's avatar
    CrimpOn
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 30, 2020
    shkwa42 wrote:

    I just bought a Nighthawk AX80 modem/router to replace a very old Motorola modem that finally died. I currently also have an Orbi RBK50 system in place as my router and mesh system. Any issues with still using the Orbi as a mesh system to boost throughout the house with the Nighthawk?

    Might want to look at this article about the dreaded "Double NAT":https://kb.netgear.com/30186/What-is-Double-NAT 

  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 30, 2020

    You can use the RBK50 in AP mode while the CAX80 modems wifi is disabled for best operation and performance, or configure the CAX80 for modem mode only and configure the RBK50 for router mode behind the CAX80. 

    shkwa42 wrote:

    I just bought a Nighthawk AX80 modem/router to replace a very old Motorola modem that finally died. I currently also have an Orbi RBK50 system in place as my router and mesh system. Any issues with still using the Orbi as a mesh system to boost throughout the house with the Nighthawk?

     

    Thanks.