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conanreidy
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Jun 19, 2020

wired ethernet router

I have a new cable modem CM1200 Nighthawk in my basement. Several ethernet cables also terminate in my basement. I also have an Orbi WiFi system in my house, currently connected via the 1 live port o...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Jun 19, 2020

Confguration should look like this:

CM1200<Orbi RBR in router mode><Gb LAN switch with 8 or more ports connected to back of RBR, depending on LAN outlets needed in home.

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CrimpOn
Guru - Experienced User
Jun 19, 2020
FURRYe38 wrote:

Confguration should look like this:

CM1200<Orbi RBR in router mode><Gb LAN switch with 8 or more ports connected to back of RBR, depending on LAN outlets needed in home.

I agree.  This works great (and costs less) as long as putting the Orbi in the basement does not drastically affect WiFi coverage.

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jun 19, 2020

    Basements are not great places for any wifi router or wifi MESH system. :smileyfrustrated: