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RBS50 Connection type 2.4GHz
I had an RBK50V2 system for a while and wanted to add a 2nd satellite. I bought a second hand RBS50 and added it in a hub/spoke config with daisy chain turned off. With both Sats similar distance...
There are no settings for backhaul. The firmware scans WiFi connections and looks for ethernet on a schedule and selects the best connection. There could be an obstacle which the 5G signal is not able to penetrate. Obstacles are not always obvious.
I would first verify that the satellite is functioning correctly by temporarily locating it in the same room as the router. After it boots up, it should connect to the router over 5G backhaul. If it does not, then it is broken.
Then, try a different location upstairs.