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Orbi RBR50 not secure website
Hello- I am needing a little assistance on the next steps. We have a Orbi RBR50 with a router and 2 satellites for the past 2 years and have had no issues until I bought 2 gaming PC for a Christmas g...
Gpoulos wrote:
How many satelites can I add to a network?
Netgear recommends no more than six satellites on the original Orbi ac WiFi system:
https://kb.netgear.com/000062035/How-many-satellites-can-you-add-to-an-Orbi-WiFi-System
WiFi "extenders" are useful for situations where a device that does not more around cannot get a solid WiFi signal (Tv's, garage door openers, smart plugs, irrigation controllers, speakers, etc. etc.) True satellites coordinate keeping a device on-line while it is in motion.
Just to confirm, I can add 6 satelites to my ntework? Can I mix additional satelites that are the same and/or the smaller square mesh add ons?
Gpoulos wrote:
Just to confirm, I can add 6 satelites to my ntework? Can I mix additional satelites that are the same and/or the smaller square mesh add ons?
I have seen at least one user report having six satellites on one RBR50 router. Satellites compatible with the RBR50 include:
RBS50
RBS40
RBW30
RBS20
RBS40V
RBS50Y
No other models will sync with the original Orbi (RBR50) (not 'Pro', not 'AX', not "10 series", not Pro Mini, etc.)
Six satellites is a LOT. There are users with 4,000 sq. ft. homes reporting needing only 1 or 2 satellites. It all depends on the specific configuration and structure of the building.