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CynDaVaz
Jul 10, 2017Tutor
Trouble adding another Orbi Satellite to existing Orbi setup
The Model field won't let me enter the actual item I'm talking about, which is the RBS50 (Orbi satellite) A couple months ago I set up an Orbi system in our house (one router, connected to an exis...
- Jul 10, 2017
I believe when you buy a kit the router and sat(s) are pre-programmed with the "password" needed to sync. Since you bought a new sat, it won't have the password, so you must re-sync.
TC_in_Montana
Jul 10, 2017Virtuoso
st_shaw was correct in his explanation.
You only have to sync the new satellite to the router - the already attached/sync'd satellite will not be affected.
CynDaVaz
Jul 11, 2017Tutor
Alrighty - thank you!