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Aspirant

Jul 17, 2023

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Does the Nighthawk XR700 Router support 2 gigabit internet speeds?

Does this router support 2 gigabit speeds via ethernet? I see an option for 10G LAN SFP+ Port (10 Gbps) but I'm not sure what this is. I tried it and my internet turned off. I just had 2 gigabit internet installed. Do I need a new router? Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

FURRYe38
Jul 17, 2023
The satellites, i.e. RBS are the remote MESH devices that are placed out in remote locations from the router, i.e. RBR.

The RBS connect to the RBR wirelessly or via ethernet: https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System 📡

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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Jul 17, 2023
Yes, if you use a 10Gb SFP to ethernet converter on the SFP port. However you'll not see 2Gb speeds on the LAN ports since they are 1Gb max only. Possible you could see 2Gb speeds over wifi if you have some 4x4 MIMO supporting devices.
- Toph_Bei_Fong
  Aspirant
  Jul 17, 2023
  I feel super stupid. I literally just seen the little slot for it. I googled the adapter which made me go look for it. You recommend one?
  - FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 17, 2023
    I bought and tested these:
    
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085RJ4ZBB
    
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M5LIUK5
    
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KFBFL16
    
    CAT6A STP is recommended here.