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RBR350 - hardwiring an external location
Hi, I've got an RBR350 router and two RBS350 satellites. I need to get a connection out to a garage. I can get a satellite to work in the garage, but a speedtest shows anywhere from 50mps to 100mbs (...
JDNZ wrote:
The satellites don't have an Ethernet input cable so I can't hard wire them to the router. Has anyone got any tips for how to get a connection out there,
Not correct. RBS350 satellites have two gigabit LAN ports, either of which can be used for a wired connection back to the RBS350 router. What you propose (install Ethernet cable) is the "A Answer" which will give the highest performance.
As long as the distance is less than 90 meters, either Cat5e or Cat6a cable will work great. (Cat6a is "better" but is considerably harder to work with because of that plastic "spine" down the middle.
Most users would install a PVC conduit (with no "90 degree elbows") and fish the Ethernet cable through the conduit.
JDNZ wrote:
The satellites don't have an Ethernet input cable so I can't hard wire them to the router. Has anyone got any tips for how to get a connection out there,
Not correct. RBS350 satellites have two gigabit LAN ports, either of which can be used for a wired connection back to the RBS350 router. What you propose (install Ethernet cable) is the "A Answer" which will give the highest performance.
As long as the distance is less than 90 meters, either Cat5e or Cat6a cable will work great. (Cat6a is "better" but is considerably harder to work with because of that plastic "spine" down the middle.
Most users would install a PVC conduit (with no "90 degree elbows") and fish the Ethernet cable through the conduit.
Thanks for the solution. I had no idea the ports were 'universal' in that way. Do you know if it's also possible to daisy chain from one RBS350 satellite to another using those Ethernet ports?
I've not tried myself however I believe yes you can.
Hello JDNZ,
Welcome to the NETGEAR Community!
The RBR350 can be connected to another satellite using the ethernet port to utilize a daisy chain topology. Please visit the embedded links to a few knowledge-based articles that will provide instructions on how to set up a daisy chain topology using your RBR350/RBS350. The second article has instructions on how to verify your satellite connection status.
Please navigate to the link below for all wired recommended backhaul configurations:
What is Ethernet backhaul and how do I set it up on my Orbi WiFi System? | Answer | NETGEAR Support
Please navigate to the link below to verify daisy chain connectivity:
How can I see if my Orbi WiFi System is using daisy chain? | Answer | NETGEAR Support
Please let me know if you require additional information!
Best,
Kevin
Community Team
