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nzben007
Oct 13, 2025Follower
Router to EX7000 using just 2.4 - or just 5?
Hi, just wanting to get some thoughts before I start with this tomorrow. Router is in house, EX7000 is in shed approx 20-30m away. I think by default the EX7000 uses both 2.4 and 5 bands simultan...
CrimpOn
Oct 13, 2025Guru - Experienced User
Sounds fine if the router allows the 2.4G and 5G to have different SSID. (Orbi routers do not.)
It might be a good idea to confirm that the router 5G signal will be strong enough at a distance of 20-30m.
Would want to configure the 2.4G channels to be different on the router and EX7000.