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Thanks for the reply, however it didn't really answer the question. Please let me know if using more that one sattelite does satellite 2 or 3 connect to the base unit, or can they be "daisy changed" to extend range.
I would also like to know the answer to this question. In my configuration the main router is at the edge of the house and the 1st satellite is about 50' towards the middle. If I add another satellite it will be about 50' further out from the 1st satellite so communication back to the router will have to hop though the 1st satellite or work at more than 100’ from the router.
This is unacceptable. The reason that I purchased this system was some implied mesh topology. That plus not having ethernet based wired backhaul is a problem, but more so the mesh topology. I purchased this setup rather than a Meraki or Eero system to be able to extend the netweork further than a single hop from my router (which is at the extreme edge of my network - not flexible in placement).
unfortunatly it is what it is for now , when and if it gets mesh topology only the dev team can say , but you might want to have a read of the losses incured in mesh type systems
smallnetbuilder have a nice write up on mesh and losses incured
This is unacceptable. The reason that I purchased this system was some implied mesh topology.
i do however agree that this statement on the web site implies its mesh
Finally, Mesh Done Right
Orbi can grow as you need it with seamless connectivity between devices and Orbi units. Orbi’s Tri-band WiFi System allows your devices to move between bands and other Orbi units without needing to reconnect. Every inch of your home will be covered in a blazing fast network giving you Better WiFi. Everywhere.
plus it implies that the client devices dont disconnect which at this stage is also incorrect
the above statement should be removed from the orbi web site at this stage
pete
Model: Orbi High-Performance AC3000 Tri-Band WiFi System (RBK50)
