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RBR850 / RBS850 Hard-Wiring Question

Squibcake
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RBR850 / RBS850 Hard-Wiring Question

Hi!

 

I have an RBR850/RBS850 system with the router and two satellites.  I'm planning to add a few satellites because these system isn't big enough.  I have an old house with a lot of plaster walls and fireplaces and the signal just doesn't distribute evenly.

 

I've had a lot of luck hardwiring the router and satellites to each other.  As I grow the system, I'm wondering whether I can place an ethernet switch between the router and the satellites, such that the router and satellites all separately plug into the switch.  This would allow for a more easier wiring scheme, with the satellites spread around the house.

 

Thanks very much!

 

Adam

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FURRYe38
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Re: RBR850 / RBS850 Hard-Wiring Question

What is the size of your home? Sq Ft?
What is the distance between the router and 📡 satellite(s)? 30 feet or more is recommended in between RBR and RBS📡 to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected.
https://kb.netgear.com/31029/Where-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite 📡

 

Between the RBR and RBS if you ethernet connect the RBS to the RBR. 

https://kb.netgear.com/000051205/What-is-Ethernet-backhaul-and-how-do-I-set-it-up-on-my-Orbi-WiFi-Sy... 📡

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