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AkWingnut
Apr 12, 2019Tutor
Nighthawk AX8 vs Orbi AC3000
Hi there,
Currently I own or have the Orbi AC3000 with one satellite. I am on the fence right now, I love my MESH routers, however, they do not play nice with my WiFi cameras as they tend to sw...
AkWingnut
Apr 12, 2019Tutor
Thank you I will try what you suggested, I will glady try all your suggestions when I get home. My house is not very big at all maybe 1800sf, however the way that it is shaped and where I place the router probably play into how my setup might be not so great. I keep it updated for firmware. I was always understanding that the "mesh" system switches between 2.4 and 5 on its own, where ever the load is greater. So at times I will be viewing my cameras and all of a sudden they stop working or I lose my connection to them. I also have two RING products and each use their own adapter since RING states it does not support MESH systems.
FURRYe38
Apr 12, 2019Guru - Experienced User
Yes, placement is key and distance. 1800sq ft is kinda small for the Orbi system. However placement adjustments may help out.
Let us know feedback when you get home and gather it all up.
6 cameras? If so, then also be aware that some maybe clogging wifi bandwidth as well, depending upon there resolution settings.
- AkWingnutApr 12, 2019Tutor
Clogging bandwidth is probably the problem. I have really 2 RING system, doorbell pro and the securty camera one. I have 6 Mi Cameras, 1x720 4x1080p and 1 1080p dome then my other system has a box and 4 wifi cameras itself. So would the AX8 support more than the Orbi? Thanks again
- FURRYe38Apr 12, 2019Guru - Experienced User
I would look at the data sheet and compare.
Ya having HQ cameras online and all streaming at the same time will probably be taxing for any router.