Set up a mesh Wi-Fi system with several LAN ports throughout your home.
Set up a mesh Wi-Fi system with several LAN ports throughout your home.
You're currently using multiple devices on one network, and everything seems to function well. Upstairs you get strong signal and normal speed, but when you go downstairs the connection quality drops briefly before improving again. You're curious about how it feels during those transitions.
It seems the gadget chose to disconnect from the current WiFi connection and join another one.
The Ai mesh supports backhaul via Ethernet, though stability can be inconsistent (most meshes aren't reliable). It works best with ASUS routers. Using your router as an AP seems like a solid option—see the guide here: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-turn-...ess-point/. Keep in mind you’ll need the same SSID and password on the AP, but possibly a different channel.
I configured the C6 as an AP linked to the C7, both sharing the same SSID and password. Everything functions smoothly—devices connect effortlessly between routers without any issues. I tested a Skype call and a Facebook call, and both worked perfectly! This setup seems ideal for my needs, though I’m curious how it would perform with more routers. Thanks a lot for your assistance!
I'm using Linksys Velop Tri-Band routers across my home—three units in total. The Ethernet backhaul works reliably between the main Velop and the second one, while the third uses the tri-band connection. Back in the day, Linksys also advertised this feature, and setting it up was straightforward. I think Netgear Orbi could handle similar setups too. Although Velops tend to be pricier, they offer great performance and have been a solid choice for me. I've never faced any problems with it and have used it for over a year now.