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Ascrept49
Aspirant
Jun 04, 2020

RBK43S versus RBS50Y

My ORBI router model number doesn't even show.  Question is: since the ORBI RBK43S slightly helped inside and a bit outside of the house, will the RBS50Y help extend my signal to my out buildings and...
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CrimpOn
Guru - Experienced User
Jun 04, 2020

Can you make a rough drawing of the layout (pencil sketch) and indicate:

  • Where the router and satellite are located
  • Where the WiFi cameras are located
  • The approximate distance to the cameras and "outbuildings".
Ascrept49's avatar
Ascrept49
Aspirant
Jun 22, 2020

I hate the fact that I spent $300 and have not gotten ANY better reception to my wireless cameras (despite the fact that the satellites are now physically closer) than I had with the Nighthawk.  Yes, the WiFi reception within our home is a bit better, but that wasn't a problem.  I also lost an ethernet export on the main router.  How has any of this improved the situation.  Answer: it hasn't one iota. In addition, I can't make any direct replies from my emails.  The support system here is so insulated from direct communication, it's abysmal.