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SkimaskBud
Jan 14, 2021Follower
Putting Orbi in AP mode
I have a modem that’s has a router plugged into it and then it has my Orbi router plugged into the router. Can I put my Orbi in AP mode with out unhooking the other router or with out turning off the ...
plemans
Jan 14, 2021Guru - Experienced User
Yes you can put it in access point mode without having to change anything on the primary router. I'd just ensure to seperate out the wireless channels so it doesn't cause interference.
https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point