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1topgazza
Nov 09, 2022Aspirant
Orbis RBR350 installed with a modem only
Can I install my RBR350 as a mesh with only a modem. Not a router/modem? Or is not worth it and just get a new router/ modem and disable the WiFi on it as I have it set up now ? Extra question. I hav...
FURRYe38
Nov 09, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Yes, the modem only option is actually preferred.
Yes you can set up the system for AP modem if you have a modem/router in place already:
https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo&app=desktop
https://kb.netgear.com/000061277/Which-features-are-disabled-on-my-Orbi-router-when-it-is-set-to-AP-Mode