Question about creating a New Mesh with RBR850 + Satellites

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I have purchased an RBR850 router and 3 satellites to replace my current Ubiquiti mesh network. I want the modem from my company to continue managing DHCP.

My network is currently like this:

modem -> switch (1)
switch (1) -> various PC and second switch(2) in the same room
switch(2) provides connection to several rooms in the house through various different switches ( switch(3) , switch(4) ... )

Is it possible to connect my new Orbi router to switch(2), and connect the satellites with Ethernet cables to switch(3) and switch(4) in the other rooms, in order to ensure that the satellites have the maximum signal?

Thanks in advance

FURRYe38 · Answer

Would recommend AP mode on the Orbi system.&nbsp;
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Any Ethernet connected RBS needs a connected path to the RBR so any connections and switches with the RBS ethernet connected have to end up behind the RBR for them to work correctly:
https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System 📡
No matter where in the chain you put the RBR.&nbsp;
Use of non managed switches is recommended.

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