Hokey18 Posted August 1, 2021 Share Posted August 1, 2021 Hi, I'm a beginner when it comes to configuring WIFI networks. My son has an XBOX ONE and I want to create a mesh WIFI network. Can I create a mesh WIFI network with multiple Netduma R2s? Thank You in advance for taking the time to help me (and my son). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Netduma Fraser Posted August 1, 2021 Administrators Share Posted August 1, 2021 Hey, welcome to the forum! No that is not something that is currently possible, you would have to use another for that task or have another router connected to the R2 in AP mode for example Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hokey18 Posted August 1, 2021 Author Share Posted August 1, 2021 Thanks. I also have an Asus RT-AC86U. My primary interest is to get my son the performance he needs on his XBOX ONE (which is not close to our primary router). Can I create an AP for him using one of those routers? If so, would it be my Netduma r2 with the ASUS as my primary? I would be able to hardwire his XBOX to the AP router. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Netduma Fraser Posted August 1, 2021 Administrators Share Posted August 1, 2021 35 minutes ago, Hokey18 said: Thanks. I also have an Asus RT-AC86U. My primary interest is to get my son the performance he needs on his XBOX ONE (which is not close to our primary router). Can I create an AP for him using one of those routers? If so, would it be my Netduma r2 with the ASUS as my primary? I would be able to hardwire his XBOX to the AP router. I would suggest you do modem > R2 > Asus in AP mode > Xbox - that way the Xbox will appear as though it is directly connected to the R2 and you can change settings specifically tailored to the Xbox. You would need to connect the Asus to the R2 via ethernet so you still may want to have a look at mesh. You may come across powerline adapters as a workaround but I would highly recommend against that - they work by going through the wiring in your house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hokey18 Posted August 1, 2021 Author Share Posted August 1, 2021 Thanks. I am curious why are you not in favor of the Powerline Adaptor if on the same electric area? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Netduma Fraser Posted August 1, 2021 Administrators Share Posted August 1, 2021 56 minutes ago, Hokey18 said: Thanks. I am curious why are you not in favor of the Powerline Adaptor if on the same electric area? In my experience, they can never handle the speeds they advertise that they can and the connection is not as stable as if you were to be connected directly which I suppose is expected - you're using wiring not intended for that purpose. If your home is newly built then it may perform better, may be worth a try if it would simplify your setup, its just my experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hokey18 Posted August 1, 2021 Author Share Posted August 1, 2021 Thank You for all of your help. Netduma Fraser 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketheriel Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 Consider using a powerline Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hokey18 Posted August 3, 2021 Author Share Posted August 3, 2021 Thank you Ketheriel. I am doing so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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