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rhg76
Nov 28, 2025Tutor
Is an upgrade worth it?
Hi there Background I have a RBR50 in AP mode, connected to 4 x satellites (RBS50) in my 5500 sq feet, 3 storey house. We just about get coverage across the whole house but it doesn't str...
CrimpOn
Nov 28, 2025Guru - Experienced User
Depending on the composition of the house and garage walls (brick? metal?), it may be difficult to get a satellite in the garage to link with the existing systems in the house. 5G WiFi does not penetrate dense materials all that well.
With a 44mbps internet feed, new WiFi technology will not make much of a difference in performance.
p.s. The marketing hype about speed and coverage is not something I would take seriously.