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RBR50 integration of ethernet & wifi networks
here is a support post an answer I received in the Apple Support community today: <my question>Have an Apple TV 4K which accesses internet via ethernet (network via Cat 6A and Netgear 10G switch wir...
The RBR50 Orbi creates one IP subnet for both wired and WiFi devices. In a sense, Yes, it 'bridges' the wired and wireless networks. (In a technical sense, one IP subnet cannot be bridged to itself, but that is sort of splitting hairs.)
If the AppleTV has an IP address on the network, then every other device on the network should be able to connect to it, no matter whether they are wired or wireless.
How can I discover why that (integrated wired and wireless network) is not happening? The (ethernet connected) Apple TV is not visible via WiFi, for example? There are two Netgear devices in play, the OrbiRBR50 hub (connected to the cable modem) and the XS724EM-100NAS switch (connected to the Orbi).
Oh my goodness. Unusual switch to see in a residential environment.
https://www.netgear.com/images/datasheet/switches/WebManagedSwitches/XS512EM_XS724EM_DS.pdf
Unlike the Orbi, which offers only 90 days of 'complimentary support', the switch appears to come with 'Lifetime Tech Support'.
Does the AppleTV appear on the Orbi Attached Devices web page?
Many of my Internet of Things (IoT) devices respond to ICMP (ping). Does the AppleTV?