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eferrini
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Apr 22, 2019

ORBI Security - WPA or WPA2?

Hello,

 

The tech specs for the Orbi RBR20 lists WPA/PSK2 as the wireless security. Does the Orbi RBR20 offer WPA2 security since many devices recommend this level of security these days? Does this WPA limitation create any issues connecting a variety of smart home devices and other devices?

 

Thanks.

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  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Apr 22, 2019

    Yes, both are offered. WPA is for backwards compatility with older wifi devices. WPA2 and AES is always recommended. 

    eferrini wrote:

    Hello,

     

    The tech specs for the Orbi RBR20 lists WPA/PSK2 as the wireless security. Does the Orbi RBR20 offer WPA2 security since many devices recommend this level of security these days? Does this WPA limitation create any issues connecting a variety of smart home devices and other devices?

     

    Thanks.