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kai00051
Jun 11, 2020Aspirant
Obri RBR50 and Satellite
I have the Orbi RBR50 and one satellite. I have the satellite hard-wired to the RBR50. Is there a benefit to that or should I connect them wirelessly? I have a 3,000 SF home and these devices seem...
FURRYe38
Jun 11, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Yes you can use wire connected RBS. How I have mine connected.
However basements are not recommended places for the main wifi router. Concrete and steel will be problematic for wifi signal travel.
Any chance you can get the RBR moved up to the main floor would be recommended.
I have my RBR up on a 2nd floor and a wired RBS in my basement. Works well.