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RBR10 - extra satellite- compatibility
Hello, I have a RBR10 - Orbi Dual-band AC1200 Mesh WiFi Router(RBR10) and i would like to get some extra satellites. Currently i have a RBS10 satellite and at least in Sweden i cannot find this ...
You might ask NG support or check out NGs store if there is anything available.
You might try a EX7500 extender to see if that might work as a alternative...
- I have a EX7320 but it seems that one does not work.
Is the FW up to date on this EX unit?
Possible that extenders may not work either.
OvidiuVonm wrote:
I have a EX7320 but it seems that one does not work.The Orbi "10" series appears to be an attempt to go head to head with lower priced WiFi systems, being a Dual Band system rather than Tri Band like the original Orbi, Orbi Pro, and the new Orbi AX systems. Thus, the only device that will connect as a true satellite is the RBS10.
It certainly appears that finding an RBS10 in Sweden will be difficult, if not impossible. It might be worth taking another look at that EX7320.
The product data sheet claims that it "works with any standard WiFi router."
https://www.netgear.com/images/datasheet/networking/WiFiRangeExtenders/EX7320.pdf
I have messed around with two (older, less costly) WiFi extenders and found that both would work with my Orbi (RBK50), but it took a little effort to get them set up. The User Manual has sections on connection and troubleshooting.
https://www.downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/EX7320/EX7320_UM_EN.pdf
Of course, WiFi extenders do not work the same as satellites, which is why "Mesh" WiFi systems were created. If the choice is between putting up with shortcomings or no WiFi at all in some parts of the house, it may be the only practical solution short of returning the product and buying a different system.
