xr1000/ orbi

[FrankM530]

So I have a question what would be the best way to setup my xr1000 as the main router and  orbi as a wireless extender ? I know xr1000 isn't mesh compatible so what would be the best way to just use it to extend my xr1000 range ? currently i have the xr as the main and the orbi is in access point mode but, for some reason I can not use the nighthawk app to connect to my xr1000 since i turned off the wifi on the xr and currently only use the orbi wifi and it will only pick up the orbi on the app . I am able to  connect to the xr threw the browser but i want to turn on my armor and be able to use the nighthawk app 

[Netduma Fraser]

Not sure if it's applicable to yours but if you're able to, setting it up in extender mode should give you the functionality you want but you would need to turn the WiFi back on the XR. https://kb.netgear.com/000060131/How-do-I-set-up-my-Orbi-Outdoor-Satellite-in-Extender-Mode

[FrankM530]

yea I turned on the wifi turned on the armor and then turned on anywhere access and it works fine now on the app . is it safe to have that on tho? Or should i just turn on the wifi and turn off the ssid broadcast  that way it hides the wifi and i can still sign in when needed?

 

[Netduma Fraser]

That should be fine, you could absolutely do that if you would prefer not to see it and only use when accessing the app