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Orbi RBK53 Ethernet / wifi satellite connection
I've purchased an Orbi rbk53 (2 Satellites). Can I use Ethernet backhaul connect from the Router (RBR50) to Satellite 1 (RBS50) and Wifi connect from the Router to Satellite 2 (RBS50). I can not wi...
Orib1man - The short answer is that "no, you cannot".
The longer answer is that "Orbi says you can, if using the latest firmware (see this article)". While the article doesn't explicitly say you can use one satellite wired and one wireless, the system is designed to support that. However, the ethernet backhaul feature was poorly implemented and doesn't work in any configuration. With either a single or both satellites wired to the router.
I also own a RBK53 and tried this setup, so I'm speaking from expierence.
See these posts for reference, but the the backhaul issues on the Orbi are significant.
- My Wired backhaul Experience
- A long thread from mgreorgy that shows how unusable the ethernet backhaul is
Bascially, it will work for a few minutes to a few hours, then you'll have trouble. Even more than you'll just have under typical usage.
Thanks so much for your insightful information. I have read all about the disconnect and I am now leaning towards a return and I'm looking at the Linksys Velop.
You saved me from a lot frustration.
Many thanks!
You saved me from a lot frustration.
Many thanks!