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Connect Nighthawk x6 EX7700 to another EX7700 via ethernet
Hi, I have just successfully extended my network by connecting an X6 EX7700 to my Nighthawk R8000 using the App and wirelessly (1 x2.4ghz network and 1 x 5ghz network). I have re-connected an...
It'll work but the EX7700 thats hardwired in would need to be in access point mode and not extender mode. Otherwise it won't setup when hardwired in.
(but its smart roaming functions get disabled in AP mode).
Usually if people are needing a mix of hardwired connections and more than 1 extender, we recommend they move to a full mesh system like orbi or the mk nighthawk. I'd also recommend the triband versions over dual band
It'll work but the EX7700 thats hardwired in would need to be in access point mode and not extender mode. Otherwise it won't setup when hardwired in.
(but its smart roaming functions get disabled in AP mode).
Usually if people are needing a mix of hardwired connections and more than 1 extender, we recommend they move to a full mesh system like orbi or the mk nighthawk. I'd also recommend the triband versions over dual band