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RBS50 satellite connect to RBR850 network?
I have been running RBR50 + 5 satellites for a while and it have been pretty solid. i just picked up an RBR850 and 2 RBS850 satellites, but range is not quite enough for the whole house, I need a...
Am I wasting my time ?
yes.
Here's the compatibility matrix:
- https://kb.netgear.com/000065169/Which-Orbi-routers-and-satellites-are-compatible
Thanks everyone for their input.
i managed to pick up a 2 pack of RBR850/RBS850, so I added the satellite to my network, and all is well.
I’ll keep the router as a spare for now.
It’s a pity Netgear don’t make it easy to switch devices between router/satellite.
I know there is a hack out there (I did it with an RBR50)
The hardware seems identical.