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I already bought the samsung smartthings wifi but found this two pack for $40 clearance at walmart yesterday so couldn't pass it up. Can I run both or just use the smart thing as a hub and this as...
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Correct. That's wired. Wireless (regardless of device) I get around 550 near the router and no less than 200 anywhere in the house/yard.
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You can use Cat5 for 1Gbps but can have issues at theoretical max of 100m. It's best if you use at least Cat5e. Definitely don't need Cat6, Cat6A or even Cat7
Unless you get commercial fiber,...
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Set up a passthrough in the ATT router to avoid double NAT. You'll be able to see an external IP address in the Netgear settings if it's done right.
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Don't forget that you can do Ethernet Back-Haul for the satellites. This should free up the 3rd band, just need a unmanaged non-green switch. Wish there was a deal on the RBS50, need a third...
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Thread created 06-18-2020 by mickuo
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Assuming FTTH.
Internet Fiber is connected to Modem.
Modem to Orbi is a Cat6E (Best available Ethernet cable for home use)
Cat6E supports Max 1Gbps Speeds
Where do we get this speed beyond...
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Do you have the link to that nighthawk?
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Which walmart? Do you have the SKU or brickseek?
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This has been a good setup for me with one caveat. There are literally zero QoS features in there. I stream 4K UHD rips that are sometimes over 50GB to Nvidia shield and it would be nice to be able...
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I have this with AT&T U-verse Fiber and it's great. I plug the hub directly into the AT&T modem because their wi-fi is trash. I speed tested yesterday using the Orbi app on my cell phone and got...
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Not only this but if you ever want to upgrade in the future, having an AC2200 unit in your network will bring your AC3000 unit down to 2200. I learned this the hard way buying an AC2200 satellite to...
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Thanks!!!
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Yes, you can choose the channels for both 2.4 and 5.
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I was deciding between the two also, and after a lot of research I got the TP Link from Costco. Primary reason I went with TP link for one main reason - they include the anti-virus/parental controls...
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I just bought this one with $20 off coupon, because I can’t wait till July 8 lol
Meshforce Whole Home Mesh WiFi System M3s Suite (Set of 3) – Gigabit Dual Band Wireless Mesh Router Replacement...
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Which port on the satellite you plug in for hardwired backhaul please, never know I do have this feature lol
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All 3 units in this kit have the same specs. 2.4GHz (400Mbps†) + 5GHz (866Mbps†) for WiFi devices. 5GHz (866Mbps†) dedicated WiFi Bakhual
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I have the main unit and 1 satilite unit. It's been extremely stable and fast. I have 150mb fios and it always maxes out my connection. I have the main unit connected to my fios router which I...
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You might actually have a problem lol I'm assuming you have 1gb internet.. you might want to have a technician come through and check your connection. You should be getting at least in the 700s down....
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Why not? Couldn't they just put another base into AP mode and treat it like an extender?
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Seems to be a pretty good deal compared to the original $288. Remember to choose right buying option to see $199.99
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For my gamers:
This system is very good and gives you consistent speeds (I get 200-300 WiFi, 300-400 wired). However, one small note for the gamers, I’ll get lag spikes out of nowhere with this...
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I have set three different systems up with ethernet backhul. My only complaint is that the router unit only has one port so you need a switch.
These things with ethernet backhul are amazing....
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Hoping to find a deal on the RBS50 (this is the satellite with AC3000). Never seems to happen though.
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Just bought one as place holder, since it will be back in stock on July 8, if there is a better deal on prime day, just cancel/return it, then get another one
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No, I can safely say that the firmware sucks.
It works for you and that's great, though.
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That actually worked! Satellite is up to 200 mbps.
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What service do you use?
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I have RBK50 (rated 3Gbps). Not a happy camper. First set froze after few months, not responding, blinking and not starting. Just out of Amazon warranty, but within manufacturers. Who pays shipping...
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There are several posts on Netgear forums about this regarding DL speed on Orbi. There is an issue with the product (don't remember if HW or SW) that doesn't allow for full 1 gig speed down, only up....
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That would be like running two routers with the same network name, not a mesh network.
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I haven’t had issues with their software like you are mentioning. I’ve got my Pihole as my DNS server and I’ve set up static IPs for some of my connected devices. Sure it’s not the easiest to...
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Does this have a web browser management UI or just the phone app?
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I have a pretty deep backyard and the orbi wifi is able to reach it. These should do fine for what you need.
The key is satellite/router placement so one doesn't get overloaded, which I really...
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I have this one from Costco and we love it. It’s been clutch with all of us being home and online for work and school.
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Check this out: https://www.tech21century.com/wifi-ac1200-vs-ac1750-vs-ac1900-ac2200-vs-ac3000/
That is a pretty decent explanation.
TLDR:
AC1200 router: Maximum wireless combined...
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wonder what i am doing wrong with my setup, rbk30 with router in kitchen and i can barely get over 100 right upstair about 10 steps away
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The RBK23 works great in our home (about double the size of yours and similar number of devices)
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when does the satellite connection kick in when i am connected to the main router
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my router is in the kitchen, satellite is in living room by the window. whenever i am in the car on driveway (right next to the satellite window one floor down), signal would be very weak/drop which...
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