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Orbi ethernet backhaul
Does the new Firmware version update 2.1.1.16 allow the satellites to be connected to the router via Ethernet Cables to boost signal strength?
Are the satellites connected directly to the RBR50? Or are they all connected via a switch? I had a lot of trouble with the satellites not being recognized until I the ethernet runs to the satellites directly to the RBR50. Probably not an issue for most, but caused me lot of hassle/fiddling.
Mine are wired straight to the RBR50. The only switch I'm using is on the first floor where my smart TV, Xbox One, and DirecTV box are sitting. I have all of those hard wired to a switch, which is plugged into the RBR50. With speeds approaching 100mbps on my first floor (my Spectrum limit), I didn't see a reason to plug in the RBS50 there. It's the second floor that was having issues, and so far so good on connecting that to the RBR50 with the new firmware.