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Sevo123
Apprentice
Oct 25, 2019

Additional satellites

Hi I want to purchase the new Orbi AX unit but I need help. Where can I purchase more Satellites from? If I possibly purchase 2 units can I use the additional router as a satellite?
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Sevo123
Apprentice
Nov 14, 2019
Netgear had a live on the orbi AX unit today on YouTube live and Facebook live... I asked about the satellites. They said in the coming weeks it will be available. Finally!!!

Video link https://youtu.be/xPVGv0IHVao
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DoctorA
Luminary
Nov 14, 2019
Thank you for the good news. Now I am going to wait for the the new RBS 850 instead of spending money on RBS 50. People are saying that the usable coverage of  RBS 850 is better.
Sevo123 wrote:
Netgear had a live on the orbi AX unit today on YouTube live and Facebook live... I asked about the satellites. They said in the coming weeks it will be available. Finally!!!

Video link https://youtu.be/xPVGv0IHVao

 

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        DoctorA
        Luminary
        Nov 16, 2019
        FURRYe38 wrote:

        I don't belive so as this time. NG may bring compatibility in future updates. EX even don't work right on Orbi AC unless you ask NG support for special FW build. I had to ask for my EX7700 to work with a RBK50. 

        sjtNJ wrote:

        Does anyone know if/think this will work with the Orbi wifi 6 system to extend it?

         

        https://www.netgear.com/home/products/networking/wifi-range-extenders/EAX80.aspx

        List of things NG must do is getting longer. I mean it says "The Nighthawk AX8 is compatible with any WiFi router" on that page. 

        Also RBS50Y outdoor and RBS 50 regular in wireless mode doesn't communicate with RBK 850.

        Also we don't know yet if the 2nd RBS 850 will work with RBR 850.