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Boby32x
Nov 02, 2023Aspirant
Nighthawk mr60 mesh system not connecting to security/vice-versa
Hello, I have a lorex security system that I just installed, as well as this MR60 mesh network router and I cannot get it to connect, no matter what I have tried. I also have a nighthawk ax12 (rax120...
- Nov 10, 2023Turns out that the ethernet cable that came with the MR60 router was bad right out of the box. I replaced it and now everything (including both switches and even the security system) is working.
FURRYe38
Nov 02, 2023Guru - Experienced User
I'd try a different switch. GS108 would be suggested. Can be found for cheap on places like amazon or shopgoodwill.
Boby32x
Nov 10, 2023Aspirant
Turns out that the ethernet cable that came with the MR60 router was bad right out of the box. I replaced it and now everything (including both switches and even the security system) is working.
- FURRYe38Nov 10, 2023Guru - Experienced User
Glad you found the problem. Ya I never use in box cables.
Glad you got it working. Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
https://kb.netgear.com/24231/How-do-I-back-up-the-router-configuration-settings-on-my-Nighthawk-router
Enjoy. 📡