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Orbi mesh extending existing network (same SSID)
We're looking to keep the same SSID for a Wifi network, but extend it via an Orbi mesh setup. Is this possible - where we would setup the base unit into a "bridge" mode and all the satellites become...
Exactly. If Orbi will be the only WiFi and the Cisco will continue to assign IP addresses, all should be good provided you can connect satellites to the router. Any time someone mentions words like "concrete", "stone", "brick walls", etc. WiFi begins to have issues.
The ideal thing is to run ethernet cables to connect the satellites.
mkallen wrote:We're looking to keep the same SSID for a Wifi network, but extend it via an Orbi mesh setup. Is this possible - where we would setup the base unit into a "bridge" mode and all the satellites become extenders? We're trying to prevent DHCP from handing out new IPs when travelling around a facility >5000 sq ft. with cinder block walls, studios, hallways, etc., but still keep same Cisco RVS router.
Perhaps keep the Cisco RVS router as the 'main' router and put the Orbi in AP mode.