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ajg0886
Aspirant
Dec 20, 2023

Connecting RBS850 to RBR860

Hello,   I bought an 860 router to upgrade from my 850 (which I gave to one of my children).  I am trying to add my 850 satellites to my 860 router.  I understand that Netgear's website says that ...
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CrimpOn
Guru - Experienced User
Dec 20, 2023

The only satellites shown to be compatible with the RBS860 are the RBS860.  No others.

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ajg0886
Aspirant
Dec 20, 2023

Thank you for the prompt replies.  Is that also true for a wired connection?

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    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Dec 20, 2023

    Yes.