Orbi WiFi 6 System (RBK853) AX6000

[Ur_King]

what's the max number of satilites that can be added to RBK853 AX6000 -- that won't compromise performance?

[FURRYe38 · Accepted solution]

I would put in a buried CAT6A lan cable between the two buildings. Then place a RBS in the garage thats wire connected. Metal roof may impact wifi coverage. 

[FURRYe38]

NG hasn't posted anything officially however we can presume that 4-5 maybe should work. Others using the Orbi AC metioned having 6 and 9 RBS connnected and seems to work for them. Thought thats Orbi AC. Theoretical could be the same for Orbi AX. 

Is your system not covering the area you need? 

[Ur_King]

Yes. Can't reach the detached garage without an additional extender at the moment. So, I bought an AMPED wifi extender that can cover 10,000 sq. ft. 

[FURRYe38]

Wow, well, the Orbi AX isn't rated to cover that kind of sq footage. 

How far is the garage away from the main building? 

[Ur_King]

About 15 to 20 ft., but it also has a metal roof. And, aprox 30 to 40 away from the router location in the main bldg with a metal roof as well.

[FURRYe38 · Accepted solution]

I would put in a buried CAT6A lan cable between the two buildings. Then place a RBS in the garage thats wire connected. Metal roof may impact wifi coverage.