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Bachubs
Apr 01, 2023Initiate
How to create different SSIDs for 2.4 and 5GHz.
Hi, Greetings!! I have Orbi RBR750 router for WiFi and it has one SSID for both 2.4ghz and 5GHz. For my home security gadgets, they are asking specific SSID for just for 2.4ghz. How to create a ...
Bachubs
Apr 01, 2023Initiate
I have SimpliSafe home security base, cameras need dedicated 2.4ghz WiFi stream. So I have to replace my orbi with something else supporting 2.4ghz for home security system?
CrimpOn
Apr 02, 2023Guru - Experienced User
I have Simplisafe alarm, and the base unit has zero problems with the Orbi. I will look at the camera setup to double check, but every WiFi camera I have ever seen is set up by pointing the camera at a QR code, which tells the camera "look for this WiFi SSID and enter this password."
Have you followed the directions to set up the camera? which step failed?
- CrimpOnApr 02, 2023Guru - Experienced User
As I suspected, the Simplisafe camera sets up by pointing at a QR code. NOTHING needs to be done to the WiFi system: