Orbi Questions and Configuration

[Adamwifi]

Hey all, I hope everyone is doing well. I just had a couple questions regarding the Orbi (rbk50). I decided to go with this system because unfortunately my current home restricts my router to the corner of the house which results in significant wifi dropoff. From what I have read on the forums it seems like the Orbi is a common recommendation for my situation. I was just wondering if there is a guide to optimal Orbi placement and if there are any router settings I should change while configuring my network. I have the Comcast gigabit plan and a Motorolla MB8600 modem. I currently have the Netgear X4S router and plan on comparing wifi performance around the house when the Orbi arrives tomorrow.

Thank you for the help!

 

[Mark070]

I have the Orbi (RBK20, RBS20). I use it as an Access Point, connected into and EdgeRouter 4.
What I did was, ultimately, use MOCA and build a Coax line to the various locations in the house, and then set the Orbi up to use a wired backhaul. I have retired my X4s router as a result. The Mesh Orbi as an Access Point (wired) is extremely effective. in WiFi mode, the speed was ok, but wired is always better.

I also run in 50% power mode.

 

[Adamwifi]

I have the Orbi (RBK20, RBS20). I use it as an Access Point, connected into and EdgeRouter 4.
What I did was, ultimately, use MOCA and build a Coax line to the various locations in the house, and then set the Orbi up to use a wired backhaul. I have retired my X4s router as a result. The Mesh Orbi as an Access Point (wired) is extremely effective. in WiFi mode, the speed was ok, but wired is always better.

I also run in 50% power mode.

thank you!