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bermannyc
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Nov 02, 2020

Orbi RBK50-100NAS Cat 6

Hi   I think my contractor made a mistake and didn't run the CAT 6 ethernet cable next to an outlet for my router. I know I can power cmaeras and other items off of the PoE but can I power the AC30...
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CrimpOn
Guru - Experienced User
Nov 02, 2020
bermannyc wrote:

I think my contractor made a mistake and didn't run the CAT 6 ethernet cable next to an outlet for my router. I know I can power cmaeras and other items off of the PoE but can I power the AC3000 router entirely off the Cat 6 PoE?

plemansis correct that Orbi routers require an electrical power source (whatever the "mains" voltage is in the country).  I am confused by the question.  Were you asking, "my contractor ran a Cat6 cable to where I want my Orbi router, but forgot to install an electrical outlet? So, can I power the Orbi over the Cat6 because there is no electricity?"