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Jhernan17
Feb 28, 2018Aspirant
Orbi Solutuion for fairly large home.
Hello all, So i am finally making the jump to Orbi after trying a few other mesh networks and single router solutions. and I'm trying to get Orbi for my whole house. Which is fairly unique... Do...
Jhernan17
Feb 28, 2018Aspirant
I'm using Frontier for ISP. The modem is mounted to wall and not exposed for model unfortunately, it's a b**** to get down. My main concern is if the routers are downstairs will they reach upstairs.
FURRYe38
Feb 28, 2018Guru - Experienced User
Well my main base is upstairs on the far side of the house and the Satellite is down stairs on the opposite side.
I presume signal will be ok. Can you place either the router upstairs and a Satellite down stairs? Might have to play with placement to see what works best for you...
- Jhernan17Feb 28, 2018Aspirant
yea i can. i made sure when building i had ethernet ports where i may potentially need them around the house. thanks
- FURRYe38Feb 28, 2018Guru - Experienced User
Awesome. Same here. I put in LAN ports and CAT6A in the walls. Flexability.
Keep us posted on how it goes. Start with one Satellie and go from there.
Jhernan17wrote:yea i can. i made sure when building i had ethernet ports where i may potentially need them around the house. thanks