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Use both 6E router/satellite and 6 router/satellite?
I have the 6 and 6E systems. Given the speeds available on these routers and satellites, I do not see the advantage in moving to the 7 system. I have a very large home. The 6E system is about a y...
Netgear's documentation on Orbi product compatibility shows that the WiFi6E system is not compatible with any WiFi6 satellites. What you can do is connect the WiFi6 router WAN port to one of the WiFi6E system LAN ports (either the router or one of the satellites) and run it as an independent WiFi system. It can use the same WiFi credentials as the 6E system, but will be a separate system. i.e. mobile WiFi devices will not roam seamlessly between the two systems.
The awkward part is that Ethernet connection. If a short Ethernet cable is used, then there will be two WiFi access points very close to each other, which does not expand the coverage area.
Any thoughts?
Bummer that the 6E system will be "out of warranty" before it even gets installed.