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PITH
Aspirant
Jul 04, 2023

Orbi RBK852 AX6000 | using the Orbi AP as a switch

Hi there 

looking for some guidance please.

My current set up is as follows: 

Internet -> ISP Modem/Router (WIFI Disabled) -> Orbi RBK852 Router -> Orbi AP / Satellite over wifi 

Connected over ethernet to my ISP Modem/Router is my CCTV and alarm system. 

 

My proposed connection: Internet -> ISP Modem/Router (Bridge mode) -> Orbi RBK852 Router -> Orbi AP /Satellite over ethernet.

 

Connected to my Orbi AP/Satellite over ethernet will be my CCTV box and Alarm. 

 

Basically I'm using my Orbi AP/Satellite as a switch for my CCTV and Alarm system but also as my wifi AP mesh. 

 

Will the proposed config work? 

3 Replies

  • CrimpOn's avatar
    CrimpOn
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 04, 2023

    Certainly should work. Once the ISP device is placed into bridge mode, only one device can be connected directy to it. (the Orbi router)

    • PITH's avatar
      PITH
      Aspirant
      Jul 04, 2023
      Thanks for your post Crimpon

      How about my proposed set up to have my CCTV and alarm connect over Ethernet to my Orbi AP/Satellite ? Currently they are connected over Ethernet to my ISP’s modem/router.
      • CrimpOn's avatar
        CrimpOn
        Guru - Experienced User
        Jul 04, 2023

        See no reason why this would not work.