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Extending coverage
Hi, I have placed my R6400V2 next to the ISP supplied modem/router, which wont cover more than 5 metres (poor tech choice by isp).
They seem to work ok together (bandwidth/frequency wise).
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plemans wrote:
I think the OP is stating that the ISP's equipment won't cover more than 5 meters, not the R6400v2. I could be wrong though.
Who knows?
But plugging the R6400v2 into a modem/router means that they probably have two wifi sources sitting next to each other. Not a good idea.
michaelkenward wrote:
plemans wrote:
I think the OP is stating that the ISP's equipment won't cover more than 5 meters, not the R6400v2. I could be wrong though.
Who knows?
But plugging the R6400v2 into a modem/router means that they probably have two wifi sources sitting next to each other. Not a good idea.
Agree 100% with that. Never good to have 2 devices broadcasting if you can help it. its why i wouldn't add the orbi into the mix without shutting off wifi on the ISP supplied device and not hooking up the R6400v2 unless needed. Thanks for helping clarify for the OP