NETGEAR Orbi Mesh WiFi Add-on Satellite (RBS20) Add 2,000 sq ft of WiFi Coverage

NETGEAR Orbi Mesh WiFi Add-on Satellite (RBS20) Brand NETGEAR Model Name RBS20-100NAS Special Feature WPS Frequency Band Class Tri-Band Wireless Communication Standard 802.11ax, 802.11ac Compatible Devices Gaming Console, Tablet, Smart Television, Smartphone Frequency 2.4 GHz Recommended Uses For Product Gaming Included Components One (1) Orbi Tri-band WiFi Satellite (RBS20), Quick start guide, One (1) 12V/1.5A power adapter Connectivity Technology Wi-Fi, Ethernet Date First Available 2021-04-02 17:05:51 This add-on Orbi Wi-Fi Satellite (RBS20) expands your Orbi Wi-Fi System coverage by up to 2, 000 square feet with high-performance AC2200 Wi-Fi. It provides a single Wi-Fi name for your whole home. FastLane3 Technology creates better 4K HD streaming & gaming, even as you connect more devices. From the manufacturer Add 2,000 sq. ft. of WiFi Coverage Eliminate dead zones throughout your whole home by adding up to 2,000 square feet of WiFi coverage to your existing Orbi system. Compatible with Orbi WiFi Systems The RBS20 satellite is compatible with the RBK20W, RBK22, RBK23, RBK23W, RBK30, RBK33, RBK40, RBK43, RBK43S, RBK44, RBK50, RBK50V, RBK52W, RBK53, RBK53S systems. Easy to Setup and Manage The Orbi app makes it easy to add a satellite to your existing Orbi system. The NETGEAR Orbi Mesh WiFi Add-on Satellite expands the range of the Orbi router by up to 2,000 sq. ft, supposedly providing a smooth online experience. The setup takes up to 6 minutes to sync with the router and the closest devices initially connect with the original satellite before eventually switching to the new satellite. According to the FAQs, the Orbi satellite only works with the Orbi router, which would require setting the Orbi base as a simple WIFI access point that would disable DHCP. This eliminates several Netgear router models that might have been Considered alternative options by potential buyers. Nonetheless, the Orbi satellite is said to deliver the same speed and quality as the Orbi Router. The Ethernet ports also allow for more wired connections in various areas of the house. Most customers confirmed that the setup was easy, with a few who had to reset the satellite to factory settings before pairing it with their router successfully. Feedback on range and strength were mixed, although some customers had to purchase multiple satellites to fully equip their houses. Some customers complained of having to purchase used tech, and there were complaints of devices arriving non-functional. However, others loved Netgear products and had never had problems with their Orbi satellites and routers