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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 ???
aakshey
May 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.