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Jedermann
Feb 11, 2022Initiate
How to extend Nighthawk X10 R9000 via wired ethernet with same SSID?
I appreciate any advice on this problem. I have an apartment with two walls between my Nighthawk X10 R9000 and the main room. The signal is too weak to be useful. After trying two Ethernet over the ...
plemans
Feb 11, 2022Guru - Experienced User
For it to be as seamless as you'd like, you'd need to upgrade to a mesh system like orbi or mk nighthawk.
The when the other devices are hardwired in, they don't function as a mesh. You can use the same ssid as you've found out, but devices tend to be sticky and not roam. The Orbi/mk nighthawk support the smart roaming protocols while using a wired backhaul.