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Re: Use Router as Sat

hdorfan
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Use Router as Sat

I have Orbi router working well with 2 Sats and current firmware.  Is there any way to use my left over (unused) router as an additional Sat?

Herb

Model: Orbi High-Performance AC3000 Tri-Band WiFi System (RBK50)
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Re: Use Router as Sat

simple answer os no , as the router cant work as a sat at this point in time

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Transalp
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If you have the possibility to use a long LAN cable, one could use the spare Orbi router as an access point (AP) to extend the range.

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@Transalp wrote:

If you have the possibility to use a long LAN cable, one could use the spare Orbi router as an access point (AP) to extend the range.


 

but the spare router would stand alone and not be part of the other system and would prob interfer

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Dima1007
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I am currently using this set up:

            --- satellite

Router

            --- wired router as AP --- satellite

So far works great

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