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tomhandley8
Apr 04, 2021Tutor
Need to add mesh to Nighthawk X6 - recommendations?
Hello. I purchased the Nighthawk X6 to optimise the WiFi in my house and also apply controls using the Circle app. My issue is that my son has been used to plugging in an Ethernet cable with the exten...
- Apr 05, 2021
Are you just adding 1 or more than 1?
If its just one, I'd recommend a triband mesh extender like the ex7700/ex8000
If you're needing more than 1, then I'd look at a full mesh system like orbi
tomhandley8
Apr 05, 2021Tutor
So the kit that came with the ISP service was fine (allowed decent connection via mesh network) so really I just want to know what kit I would need to add to the Nighthawk router in order to create a mesh network that would allow me to plug in an Ethernet cable to connect my son’s PC. Thanks
plemans
Apr 05, 2021Guru - Experienced User
Are you just adding 1 or more than 1?
If its just one, I'd recommend a triband mesh extender like the ex7700/ex8000
If you're needing more than 1, then I'd look at a full mesh system like orbi
- tomhandley8Apr 05, 2021TutorI’m thinking just one, since the existing wireless router plus 1 repeater serves all devices pretty well. Just need the Ethernet connection for this one Gaming PC. And since I have the Nighthawk X6 it makes sense to add the EX7700. That’s very helpful, thanks for the advice. 😀