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GregS_from_MI
Apr 22, 2023Apprentice
Is there a network solution for 860RBR
First off, I am NOT a network guy so if my question has no solution then let me know. I have an 860RBR and one satellite. I just upgraded my ISP modem to Gig service. When I connected directly f...
plemans
Apr 23, 2023Guru - Experienced User
What actual modem do you have?
that's a bit of key as maybe its not just a modem but a modem/router combo device with a 2.5gig port (maybe?)
that'd be your only way to do so easily
- GregS_from_MIApr 23, 2023ApprenticeThe modem is Hitron which has a 2.5Gbps connection currently to my router. I has wondering if a switch with (3) 2.5Gbps ports would work. So one port (in) would be from the modem, one port would then go to the Orbi 860 and the last port to my desktop.
- FURRYe38Apr 23, 2023Guru - Experienced User
IF the Htron has a built in router, yes you could. However if the Hitron is only a modem with 1 port, then no.
- plemansApr 24, 2023Guru - Experienced User
What model hiltron is it?
- GregS_from_MIApr 24, 2023Apprentice
It doesn't matter at this point. The only way I could have the solution I would like is to spend another $1000 on the 960. My pockets aren't that deep.