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elknutson
Mar 07, 2021Aspirant
Nighthawk mesh use with existing X4S modem-router (AC3200)
Own existing Nighthawk cable modem-router but wish to use it as the router for a mesh. The mesh packages include a router and satellites. Can the mesh package router be used as just a satellite witho...
plemans
Mar 08, 2021Guru - Experienced User
No. the mesh systems need the controlling router.
but you can go
X4s--->mesh system in AP mode.
and then you just use a different ssid for the x4s and make sure its on a different channel to prevent interference.
You can either use it as a backup or even as a load reducing by putting IoT devices or dedicated streamers on it.