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JamieD1976
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Sep 07, 2022

Orbi RBK 852 Connection

Hi.  I have internet provided by an ISP.  There's a box on the wall which is connected to the optical port of a HUWAWEI Echolife EG8145V5 router.  I want to use Orbi's to improve my home internet as a Mesh.  How do i connect it all up?  I have no access to the settings for the Huwawei device.  Any help or guidance would be gratefully appreciated.

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  • ekhalil's avatar
    ekhalil
    Master
    Sep 07, 2022

    Since you don't have access to the ISP Huawei router, your best option is to set Orbi in AP Mode (not Roter Mode).

    Connect the Orbi Router (RBR850) to a LAN port on the Huwawei router, and set the Orbi using the Orbi app. Orbi will usually detect that it's connected to another router during the setup and will prompt you to select AP Mode dring an early stage. If not prompted then you can use the web GUI (Advanced Setup) to change to AP Mode.

    Good luck!