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Aronius
Mar 17, 2019Tutor
Orbi Router or Access Point
Hi, I have recently brought the Orbi RBK50 AC3000, and would like to know whether to set it up as a router or access point. I currently have Virgin vivid 350 (350-400mps) with the Virgin Superhub 3,...
FURRYe38
Mar 18, 2019Guru - Experienced User
If your wanting to keep the ORbi as a router, then you'll need to give option #2 a try. If this doesn't work well for you, then try option #3.
As long as the WIFI is fully disabled ON the isp modem, setting the Orbi base close to the modem should be ok. I would keep some distance, 3 feet if possible between them.