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Re: Rbs750 Ethernet setup
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Rbs750 Ethernet setup
My question is, is there a setting I need to change in my advanced settings for the main router or anything to get my signal to stay on via Ethernet cable ?
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Re: Rbs750 Ethernet setup
What model # is the switch?
Be aware that some LAN switches, managed or with green ethernet can cause problems with Orbi systems and ethernet connected RBS. Non managed switches and non manage switches with out Green Ethernet features are recommended.
NG GS-105/108v4 and GS308v3, D-Link DGS-105/108 and HP ProCurve 1400/1800 series switches work for Orbi systems.
Also CAT6A STP (sheilded twisted pair) lan cabling is recommended of long distance or outside cable run installations.
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Re: Rbs750 Ethernet setup
Although the RBS40V has limited compatibility with the RBR750 router (i.e. only in Extender mode), it is not clear (to me) that Extender mode functions using an Ethernet connection.
https://kb.netgear.com/000065169/Which-Orbi-routers-and-satellites-are-compatible
The only satellites which will function as a satellite with the RBR750 router are the RBS750, RBS840, and RBS850.
I would expect all of those to work over a wired backhaul. (Not so confident about the RBS350.)
Although not the most capable medium, Cat5E cable will support gigabit up to 90 meters, which is more than the distance to the shop.
If you want to roam seamlessly between units, only the truly compatible satellites (see above) will function in that mode. For the shop that is 250' away, there is a good chance that mobile devices may totally lose connection somewhere in between and simply connect to WiFi when the signal is strong enough. Thus, any WiFi access point which is designed to connect to the host router over Ethernet may be sufficient. (WiFi routers can often be placed into Access Point (AP) mode and function the same way.) WiFi access points are available on Amazon for under $50.
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Re: Rbs750 Ethernet setup
As far as wiring I can’t change it at this point. It’s in conduit but is also Pulled with multiple other wires.
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Re: Rbs750 Ethernet setup
TP-Link TL-WA1201 sells for $40 on Amazon. It has only one gigabit Ethernet port for user devices. If you need more 'wired' devices in the shop that implies adding an inexpensive switch or moving up to a product with more ports, such as the Archer AX55. ($108)
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Re: Rbs750 Ethernet setup
Ya this switch as some green ethernet so maybe one cause of problems:
https://www.tp-link.com/us/business-networking/unmanaged-switch/tl-sg108/
Try a different brand switch and to test this, try the RBS with the new switch in the same room or near by the RBR and run out of wall patch cables as a temp test to see how the RBS connects and syncs. Should work here. Then power OFF and put the RBS back in remote location using in wall cabling. IF the RBS has issue after this, then you'll need to investigate the in wall cabling and connectors and jacks.
@Therapydoc wrote:
The switch is tp link tl-sg108 and it does have the little green lights on each port. I’ll try to get one of those other switch boxes.
As far as wiring I can’t change it at this point. It’s in conduit but is also Pulled with multiple other wires.
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Re: Rbs750 Ethernet setup
If your phone is in range of the Orbi signal, of course it will connect and use the Orbi signal.
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