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Modem/Router w/ R6700V2 add on
Just got a new house! Wanting to buy my own modem/router instead of renting. Searched a good bit and can't find an exact answer to my thoughts. Which of these systems would be best for a 2100sqft h...
TacoTruck247 wrote:
Between an AX6000 (CAX80) and AX4200 Mesh system (CBK753), which is the better route?
Both are cable modem/routers. The CAX80 is a modem/router with no extra wifi sources. The CBK753 is an Orbit modem/router. It comes with two satellites. The CBK 752 has just one satellite. Do you need two satellites?
-Should I just get rid of R6700?Probably.
It is an old (2014) router that predates Mesh technology. You can add it in AP mode to any router, but if you want a Mesh system, it will not give that with the CAX80. It would be redundant with the Orbi system.
You asked about those two options. Have you really set your heart on those?
In general, experienced users like to separate modem from router. That gives a wider choice of routers and allows you to keep the modem and change the router as technology advances.
It might be a good idea to put your needs into the Netgear product pages:
Thank you! Definitely clears up a good bit of the confusion.
Bonus questions for anyone: Between an AX6000 (CAX80) and AX4200 Mesh system (CBK753), which is the better route?
-Get CAX80, hardline to R6700 and AP with that?
-Should I just get rid of R6700?
-Will the R6700 be able to easily AP with the CBK753 mesh network?
-Use the CBK753 and hardline off one of the satellites on the 2nd floor?
-We'll have up to 40devices on network. So which will keep us from buffering or losing gaming quality?
TacoTruck247 wrote:
Between an AX6000 (CAX80) and AX4200 Mesh system (CBK753), which is the better route?
Both are cable modem/routers. The CAX80 is a modem/router with no extra wifi sources. The CBK753 is an Orbit modem/router. It comes with two satellites. The CBK 752 has just one satellite. Do you need two satellites?
-Should I just get rid of R6700?
Probably.
It is an old (2014) router that predates Mesh technology. You can add it in AP mode to any router, but if you want a Mesh system, it will not give that with the CAX80. It would be redundant with the Orbi system.
You asked about those two options. Have you really set your heart on those?
In general, experienced users like to separate modem from router. That gives a wider choice of routers and allows you to keep the modem and change the router as technology advances.
It might be a good idea to put your needs into the Netgear product pages: