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RBRE960 wired backhaul via XS512EM switch
Hi, I'm trying to figure out the compatibility of the Orbi 960 system(Router: RBRE960 and 2 Satellites: RBSE960) with Netgear's own XS512EM switch. I understand Orbi typically prefers a non-manag...
I have not. I have the XS505M and GS110MX switches and both those work great with my 960.
Something to try, however if there is a management page on teh XS switch and you do find IGMP and Green Ethernet fetures that you can disable, try this, then connect the RBS via ethernet. CAT6A STP is recommended if you connect the RBS via 2.5Gb ports.
Thanks for your response FURRYe38 ! Yup I see options for both -> disabling power saving(which points to a green feature) and a page dedicated to IGMP options. Will make sure all those are turned off. I'll try it out and see everything works out. Will post an update here when I do.
Regarding your point about running CAT6A STP, just curious, is there a real benefit in doing so for a short distance run? I was planning on just using CAT 6 since none of my segment lengths(between ONT, switch, router, satellites, etc.) in any location around the house will be more than 40-50 feet at max. If I understand correctly CAT 6 should be able to preserve the integrity of up to 10G bandwidth over such short distances?Monitor the operation of the system if you use CAT6 UTP. We've seen some out side interferences that can be induced and not handled well by UTP cabling at higher speeds. This can cause odd problems and even random reboots. I happen to find that my CAX80 connected to both my 850 and 960 caused them to reboot mysteriously. I was talking with others about this and happened to mention type of cabling. After getting STP in place, the reboots stopped.
If you connect the RBS via the 1Gb ports, UTP would be fine to use. If you use the 2.5Gb ports, then I recommend STP cabling.