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Re: connecting orbi to a switch vs directly to dsl modem?
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My current connection: dsl service comes into house directly into a filter, then 2 outs (one to phone service throughout the house and one to dsl modem). my dsl modem is then connected to a 16 port switch (where wired connections from other rooms are connected). I then have a wireless access point connected to my switch - this allows wireless connection to my internal network as well as the internet. Was thinking about replacing the access point with the orbi (which i bought today). Finally, my question: can i connect the orbi to my switch instead of to my modem so that it can function as an access point to my wired network just like i'm configured now?
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Yes, and set Orbi to AP Mode. If you miss this during setup, you can change it in the Orbi ADVANCED page in Advanced Setup.
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Re: connecting orbi to a switch vs directly to dsl modem?
Yes - in AP mode, that's exactly how it works. It doesn't matter if it's connected directly to the modem or a switch off the modem.
Your other option is to switch your modem to bridged mode and use the Orbi as both your router (firewalling, etc.) and your AP.
Rodney
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Re: connecting orbi to a switch vs directly to dsl modem?
Right on. Connect 16 port switch to Orbi, and Orbi to modem.
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Re: connecting orbi to a switch vs directly to dsl modem?
Thanks - so can i connect the orbi to the 16 port switch only (no direct connection to the modem - only through switch) just as i do now with the wireless access point? Am I following you correctly?
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Yes, and set Orbi to AP Mode. If you miss this during setup, you can change it in the Orbi ADVANCED page in Advanced Setup.
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