I have a working RT-AC86U router and want to add a NIB 86U as an AIMesh node, but am a bit confused as to how to start, since I know the first thing I need to do is to get the new router firmware to update. Do I have to disconnect my Primary router and plug the new one's WAN port to my ISP modem, setting it up from scratch as a primary router so I can connect to the 'net and upgrade the firmware?
Or can I more simply connect the new router to a LAN switch, and not disturb my working setup? If Yes, do I connect the new router to my LAN via its WAN port, or just LAN-to-LAN?
I apologize for the newbie question, but honestly I had a heckuva time getting the first AC86U set-up to replace my old RT-N66U--finally got it working and it's been great, but time to add the 2nd 86U...
Or can I more simply connect the new router to a LAN switch, and not disturb my working setup? If Yes, do I connect the new router to my LAN via its WAN port, or just LAN-to-LAN?
I apologize for the newbie question, but honestly I had a heckuva time getting the first AC86U set-up to replace my old RT-N66U--finally got it working and it's been great, but time to add the 2nd 86U...