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mrm18
May 18, 2020Tutor
RBS 20 vs RBS 50
I have a RBR 50 with one RBS 50 satellite. I need to add one more satellite. The RBS 20 is less expensive than the RBS 50 extender. What are the plus / minus of one over the other? Trying to decide if...
CrimpOn
May 18, 2020Guru - Experienced User
The RBS20 has a lower theoretical maximum backhaul rate than the RBS50. Whether that makes any practical difference is beyond my comprehension. There is also a consideration on how the additional satellite will be connected. WiFi to router? Daisy Chain off an exiting satellite? ethernet to ???
- aaksheyMay 18, 2020Star
With the RBS20 your whole system will fall down to RBK20 specs. Just buy an RBS50.
I am using an RBR50 with 4 RBS50 satellites.