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Benjamin473
Aspirant
Apr 08, 2022

Adding external antenna to R7000 Router

Hi, all I would like to add an external antenna (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKZ7RNH) to my Nighthawk R7000/AC1900 can you advise as to which port I should connect it to? There's three antenna ports and I'm aware that in some instances you use the port furthest to the left, leaving the other two disconnected. Any advice?

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  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Apr 08, 2022

    The R7000 uses 3 separate ports for it's antennas. 

    • Benjamin473's avatar
      Benjamin473
      Aspirant
      Apr 08, 2022

      I'm aware of that, but what I am seeking clarity on is which port can I use for the external antenna. I'm also aware that you have to remove two antennas once you connect the external, but the question is which port do I connect the external. I've seen else where it says furthest to the left while some says furthest to the right

      • FURRYe38's avatar
        FURRYe38
        Guru - Experienced User
        Apr 08, 2022

        You can try plugging in and see. All 3 ports gets same data flow, there isn't a difference per port.