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IanW76
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Jul 28, 2020

MK63 Mesh - Ethernet Switch Connection

Need to confirm that the MK63 nighthawk mesh can be connected via an ethernet switch. Plan is to use in AP mode and connect to existing ISP router. Also plan/need to connect the mesh units via the ex...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Aug 24, 2021

I believe it would be the same or similar to what Orbi uses:

https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System 📡

 

The MR60 in AP mode would be configured to be connected using it's WAN port to the switch. Any MS60 satellite would need to be connected at this same switch or behind the MR60 thats in AP mode to the MR60 LAN port, as you see in the pictured link. I've done this on my Orbi systems, however I don't have the MK system so I can't confirm. 

 

NG GS-105/108v4, D-Link DGS-105/108 and HP ProCurve 1400/1800 series switches work for Orbi systems and should work same for MK systems. 

IanW76 wrote:

Need to confirm that the MK63 nighthawk mesh can be connected via an ethernet switch. Plan is to use in AP mode and connect to existing ISP router. Also plan/need to connect the mesh units via the existing ethernet network, however the user guide only mentions direct cable to 1 (only) satellite. The "Orbi AC2200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 5" system clearly shows a switch connected configuration. Can the MK63 do the same ?