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Orbi Wifi 6 AP vs Router mode performance
Hello, I have an Orbi AX on the ARRIS BGW210-700 gateway for my AT&T 1GB connection. I could use the Orbi in AP mode with my Arris gateway as router or I could use the Orbi in router mode and my ...
I haven't seen to much diffences in performance between AP or router mode. Though I don't have a ATT modem/router combo unit. Seen many posts with ATT modems having problems with external routers, MESH and Non MESH systems. Your best best would be to set up router mode first with IP pass thru and test. Then try AP mode and test again. See for your self.
Various environments will also be a factor along with placement of the RBR and RBSs. With everyones different envrionment, each system may exhibit different results. So is best to test this out for your self.
Aso Wifi Neighbors near by can be a factor as well.
30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router
Thanks! A have actually kept for now my AT&T Arris gateway in router mode and the Orbi AX in AP mode. The setup took me 15 minutes with zero glitch and it work great. Apparently, a lot of people are in trouble while trying to move the Arris in Passthrough mode and use a different router instead. I still want to try it though as I like to Orbi UI much better than the Arris one. I will try to change the setup this weekend and report my findings if this could help anyone.
I would do a back up configuration to file on the RBR before going to router mode. Helps save time if you want to revert back or a reset is needed.
Let us know how it goes.