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GrudgeMonkey's avatar
GrudgeMonkey
Aspirant
Aug 07, 2020

RBS50 Replacment

I'm enjoying the RBK53 system, but I'd like to add another satellite. It seems that the RBS50 units included in the kit are no longer manufactured. Is there a newer model that will be compatible with my mesh?

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  • Mstrbig's avatar
    Mstrbig
    Master
    Aug 07, 2020
    GrudgeMonkey wrote:

    I'm enjoying the RBK53 system, but I'd like to add another satellite. It seems that the RBS50 units included in the kit are no longer manufactured. Is there a newer model that will be compatible with my mesh?

    The RBS50v2 would be the new repalcement with the exact same specs. However there are many RBS50V1 units for sale for less (like new $100 vs. $200+). I have 2 RBK53 systems and love them. They are super powerful with great coverage.

    • Texchappy's avatar
      Texchappy
      Aspirant
      Aug 10, 2020

      2 questions, as I need another Rb50 series satellite soon...

       

      1. When will the RBS50v2 be available? (Bonus, what is the difference)

      2. Where are the V1 available? Been looking and not finding.

      • Mstrbig's avatar
        Mstrbig
        Master
        Aug 10, 2020

        Not sure of your location, but a search shows both the RBSR50 and RBS50 V2 are available at various vendors. 

  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Aug 08, 2020

    Also RBS20, RBW30, RBS50Y, EX7500, EX7700 and EX8000 are compatible. The EXs work as extenders only. No MESH support. 

    GrudgeMonkey wrote:

    I'm enjoying the RBK53 system, but I'd like to add another satellite. It seems that the RBS50 units included in the kit are no longer manufactured. Is there a newer model that will be compatible with my mesh?