NETGEAR is aware of a growing number of phone and online scams. To learn how to stay safe click here.
Forum Discussion
Solved
Orbi RBR 50 need wireless adapter for a generator
Hi all - I recently installed an Orbi system with its security features. I have an old TP-Link adaptor to connect the network cable output of the generator to my wireless network, and the security software suggests it’s a potential security problem. Does NetGear have an inexpensive device like the TP link to link the generator without needing to purchase another Orbi satellite?
I've seen people use cheap wireless extenders with ethernet ports for this purpose. It won't "mesh" with orbi but it should connect and allow you to use the ethernet port.
3 Replies
I've seen people use cheap wireless extenders with ethernet ports for this purpose. It won't "mesh" with orbi but it should connect and allow you to use the ethernet port.
Charlie1954 wrote:
Hi all - I recently installed an Orbi system with its security features. I have an old TP-Link adaptor to connect the network cable output of the generator to my wireless network, and the security software suggests it’s a potential security problem.The $20US TP-Link N300 has been my "go to" answer for this sort of question. Would mind sharing the details of what Armor said was wrong with your TP-Link extender?
Yes of course - thanks for your interest in my issue. I think Orbi is fantastic too (replacing Apple routers). My home backup generator was installed quite a few years ago with a TP-Link WR -710N in client mode. Back when we could travel, it was nice to see the generator working remotely in winter power failures using the Kohler app. I honestly never worried about network vulnerability. With the new Orbi system, Armor flagged as follows:
1) Device update highly recommended
2) Device lock-out vulnerability detected
3) Admin account access vulnerability detected.
I updated the TP-Link firmware (it hadn't been done since install), and tightened up the password which I believe had been the default, or just something flimsy. Maybe I solved the issue already with the firmware update and new password.
I contacted my generator service guy to see what he uses now - He still uses TP-Link, Model N300.
