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Cannot Put Outdoor Satellite Into Extender Mode
I have tried several times to get my RBS50Y into extender mode to use with my new Orbi WiFi 6 network by following the published instructions. Tried multiple resets and power cycling, but I am unabl...
KevinLiT wrote:
The RBS50Y is not compatible with our Orbi Wifi 6 Mesh system.
Extender Mode is the key factor. Notice this section of the Installation Instructions referenced above:
Ever since the RBS50Y came out, there were clearly two "modes" :
- Orbi Satellite
- WiFi Extender
Previously, the Product Sheet proudly claimed that the RBS50Y was "compatible with any WiFi router."
However, today, the Product Data sheet no longer includes that statement and clearly states that the RBS50Y is not compatible with the Orbi AX products.
Something is rotten (and not in Denmark).
Thanks for your reply. I am aware the the RBS50Y is not compatible with the Orbi WiFi 5 network, which is why I am trying to put it into extender mode. I have followed these instructions numerous times with several resets, including the 30-30-30 reset. I can never get it to broadcast the NETGEAR_EXT SSID to complete the process.