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Router needed?
I have the AX4200 WiFi Mesh System (RBK753) with 2 satellites. I've had U-Verse Fiber for years and now can switch as I move. I'm going with Vyve Broadband, and, as I understand, can supply my own router.
So I guess I have 2 questions:
- Do I need a router? I've always had to use AT&T's in the past and never had to worry about a router.
- What router would you recommend so that things work best?
Yes. There can be too much wifi signal flooding a home size. https://youtu.be/UR0viMLISz4
There are configurations that need additional RBS, however for some of these, one can do this and then turn down the power on the system to help with getting good wifi over lap and wifi coverage. I have a 5000sq ft home, 3 levels I can get away with one RBS at 100%. I normally have two online and use 50% or 25% power depending. I get good coverage and over lap.
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Does the Orbi system work? if so, you could migrate it to the new ISP and use it there...
I'm not sure what you mean.
PS ... I haven't moved yet but will soon. I'm just trying to plan ahead.
Oh, so are you suggesting that the Orbi router be used?
Is that the best router option?
JimTurkey wrote:
- Do I need a router? I've always had to use AT&T's in the past and never had to worry about a router.
- What router would you recommend so that things work best?
Yes, every customer needs a router. You already have a router as part of the Orbi RBK753 package. If this is the new Internet Service Provider (ISP) https://vyvebroadband.com , then they appear to offer the eero WiFi product as one of their options (which you do not need unless you want to change - and pay Vyee more money every month).
On the forum terminology is critical. Every customer has to have some device which converts the ISP platform to Ethernet for their internal use. Traditional cable systems (Charter, Cox, Xfinity, etc.) piggyback internet on their cable TV systems, and customers need a cable modem interface. AT&T provides their own box (which your Orbi is connected to). Fiber systems, such as Vyve use an Optical Network Terminator (ONT).
Thank you both! Definitely clears things up!
As a follow-up... I currently have the Orbi router + 2 satellites. I will be moving to a new house:
- 2 floors
- 9 total rooms (bedrooms, office, living room, etc)
- 4200 square feet
In addition to the Orbi router, how many satellites would you recommend?
JimTurkey wrote:
In addition to the Orbi router, how many satellites would you recommend?
This depends to a large degree on
- The shape of the building
- Where the ISP service enters the building
- Whether the building is already wired with Ethernet cable
- How much coverage is wanted "outside" the primary building envelope (such as patios, eaves for security cameras, back yards, front porch, etc.)
