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ehsiii
Oct 11, 2019Aspirant
RBK44-100NAS , Does the Ethernet Backhaul work? Accurate instructions on how to set up?
I am getting ready to purchase A orbi router and 3 satellites. The Orbi Home Wifi System AC2200 (RBK44) Becuse of the layout of the house 4000sf on one level I am going to use the ethernet backhaul o...
CrimpOn
Oct 11, 2019Guru - Experienced User
Yes, ethernet backhaul works and is being used by lots of people.
Instructions are here: https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System
Having ethernet cables will save you money because the primary difference between this Orbi and the more expensive RBK50 systems is the entirely separate radios for 5G backhaul on the 50's, which you will not need.
ehsiii
Oct 11, 2019Aspirant
There are different orbi systems is the RBK44-100NAS a good on for a 4000sf or so 1 level really spred out home with some distance from end to end