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LifeIncome
Dec 08, 2022Guide
Bought two AX8 Extender's. ? on how to set-up the 2nd AX8
When I add the 2nd extender via the app the 1st extender disconnects from my netgear home router network. How do I connect the 2nd w/out disconnecting the 1st?
LifeIncome
Dec 08, 2022Guide
They're Model EAX80 w/Netgears Nighthawk AC3200
plemans
Dec 08, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Are you planning on upgrading the router to mesh with the AX extenders?
If so, i'd return the extenders (if possible) and just switch from the start to a full mesh system.
If you're not planning on upgrading the router, the EX8000 will get you the same performance (maybe a little more because of its dedicated backhaul) than the EAX80.
(dang, just looked on amazon and the eax80 is actually cheaper.)
- LifeIncomeDec 08, 2022Guide
I wasn't planning to since the info on the EAX80 states it's backward compatible.
- plemansDec 08, 2022Guru - Experienced User
The EAX80 will work with it for sure. It is backwards compatible.
Just didn't know if you planned on upgrading the router to AX since both extenders will be.
- LifeIncomeDec 08, 2022Guide
Just so I know, which AX Router were you referring to?