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Using existing network name

u7mg0
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Using existing network name

trying to understand the set up.  i plug the Orbi main unit to my existing cable modem with an ethernet cable.  i then want to use my existing network name and password so i don't have to reprogram all my devices (Alexa, TV, netflix, etc)  so i would login to orbilogin.com and change the SSID name and PW to the current one?  will my devices access the satelites now ? and how do they know to go to the sattelites instead of exising modem with weak signal.  thanks, and please no technical acronyms please. 

Model: RBK50| Orbi AC3000 High-Performance Tri-Band WiFi System
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FURRYe38
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Re: Using existing network name

Of course you can use same SSID name and PW as before. 

What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too? 

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schumaku
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Re: Using existing network name

Disabling the wireless on the ISP router, and ideally re-configure the ISP router to become a pure bridge so the Orbi router can do the NAT and routing - permitting there is no IPTV and VoIP in the play.

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