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jinghram
Apr 21, 2023Aspirant
Orbi and wireless printing
I have my base orbi that gets the internet and passes it through to a switch. I then have my satellite upstairs. All my wired computers can print to the printer but my wireless cannot. Do I need to c...
CrimpOn
Apr 21, 2023Guru - Experienced User
It would be helpful to know how the printer and various devices are connected.
i.e. the devices that can (and cannot) print are attached to which unit?
The default connection method for Orbi satellites to communicate with the router is over WiFi.
Customers who are fortunate to have Ethernet wiring can connect the satellite over cable and achieve faster performance, but this is entirely optional.