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Robiswrkn
Apr 21, 2025Aspirant
Orbi 770 AP mode with satellites
Hi - I purchased the Orbi 770 3 pack. My ISP needs it's gateway to be the router. So I set the base unit to access point mode (AP). I cannot get the satellites to work/connect. I tried the sync ...
- Apr 22, 2025
You said you had the switch connected behind the gateway router...Move the switch connection to behind the RBR:
Gateway router LAN port connected to Yellow WAN port on RBR<>RBR in AP Mode>Switch connected to a open LAN port on the RBR<>RBS connected to switch.
What brand and model# is this switch?
FURRYe38
Apr 22, 2025Guru - Experienced User
Move the switch behind the RBR or connect the RBS directly to the back of the RBR while in AP mode. RBS require being connected behind the RBR, either in router or AP mode to sync correctly.
https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-System 📡 ‌‌🛰️
- RobiswrknApr 22, 2025Aspirant
I think that is how I am set up. If not, tell me what to move?
- FURRYe38Apr 22, 2025Guru - Experienced User
You said you had the switch connected behind the gateway router...Move the switch connection to behind the RBR:
Gateway router LAN port connected to Yellow WAN port on RBR<>RBR in AP Mode>Switch connected to a open LAN port on the RBR<>RBS connected to switch.
What brand and model# is this switch?
- RobiswrknApr 22, 2025Aspirant
TP-Link sg116e is the switch