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Trot476
Apr 07, 2020Aspirant
Wired Communication
Hey all, potentially dumb question. I'd like to ask how wired devices connected to satellites communicate with each other. For example, let's say that I have two wired devices connected to the sa...
- Apr 07, 2020
My understanding is that the Orbi "50" series have a miniature gigabit switch on each unit, so the packets going from one device on the Orbi to another device on the same Orbi do not leave the Orbi. i.e. if both devices are connected to the satellite, packets going from one to the other do not leave the satellite.
Are you experiencing a problem?
CrimpOn
Apr 07, 2020Guru - Experienced User
My understanding is that the Orbi "50" series have a miniature gigabit switch on each unit, so the packets going from one device on the Orbi to another device on the same Orbi do not leave the Orbi. i.e. if both devices are connected to the satellite, packets going from one to the other do not leave the satellite.
Are you experiencing a problem?
Trot476
Apr 08, 2020Aspirant
Nope, no problem, was trying to determine whether there might be some value in swapping over to a wired connection from my current wireless ones. Was hoping that what you indicated would be how the system would operate, just wanted to reach out for confirmation before I go to the bother of running+hiding the cable.
Thanks much for your help!