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Ur_King
Apr 27, 2020Tutor
Orbi WiFi 6 System (RBK853) AX6000
what's the max number of satilites that can be added to RBK853 AX6000 -- that won't compromise performance?
- Apr 28, 2020
I would put in a buried CAT6A lan cable between the two buildings. Then place a RBS in the garage thats wire connected. Metal roof may impact wifi coverage.
FURRYe38
Apr 27, 2020Guru - Experienced User
NG hasn't posted anything officially however we can presume that 4-5 maybe should work. Others using the Orbi AC metioned having 6 and 9 RBS connnected and seems to work for them. Thought thats Orbi AC. Theoretical could be the same for Orbi AX.
Is your system not covering the area you need?
Ur_King
Apr 27, 2020Tutor
Yes. Can't reach the detached garage without an additional extender at the moment. So, I bought an AMPED wifi extender that can cover 10,000 sq. ft.
- FURRYe38Apr 27, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Wow, well, the Orbi AX isn't rated to cover that kind of sq footage.
How far is the garage away from the main building?
- Ur_KingApr 27, 2020Tutor
About 15 to 20 ft., but it also has a metal roof. And, aprox 30 to 40 away from the router location in the main bldg with a metal roof as well.
- FURRYe38Apr 28, 2020Guru - Experienced User
I would put in a buried CAT6A lan cable between the two buildings. Then place a RBS in the garage thats wire connected. Metal roof may impact wifi coverage.