Adding a Deco X50 to my E7 mesh network

Adding a Deco X50 to my E7 mesh network

Adding a Deco X50 to my E7 mesh network
Adding a Deco X50 to my E7 mesh network
2024-11-07 13:02:04 - last edited 2024-11-09 11:00:46

Hi all

 

I currently have 3 Deco E 7 devices spread around my house, they are not interconnected with ethernet, though I plan to do it in future.

I want to extend my wifi coverage outdoor, so want to add a X50 outdoor unit.

 

From what I read all Deco devices will work with all other Deco models, so I should be able to seamlessly add the X50 to my network.

I however read somewhere a while back, when wireless, the Deco devices can only do hops to 3 devices, so will it still work if I add a 4th Deco wirelessly to the network? As long as it works fine until I install ethernet in a month or 2 I'll be happy, it doesn't have to even give me higher speeds than about 20 Mbps for now.

 

Secondly, I know the X50 is a much newer / better model than the E7, however because my internet modem is in my house close to the one E7, the E7 will remain as the primary device and I'll add the X50 as a secondary device.

Will it work fine like this or will there be major disadvantages not to have the newer X50 as the primary?

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2024-11-08 08:23:19 - last edited 2024-11-09 11:00:46

  @JN89V 

Hi,

 

It is ok to add the 4th Deco unit. Please do not worry.

You can refer to 7. How many Deco units can I add to my Deco mesh network? for more information.

 

Deco X50-Outdoor can work as the satellite Deco unit. It is for outdoor using which can satisfy your needs.

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Re:Adding a Deco X50 to my E7 mesh network-Solution
2024-11-08 08:23:19 - last edited 2024-11-09 11:00:46

  @JN89V 

Hi,

 

It is ok to add the 4th Deco unit. Please do not worry.

You can refer to 7. How many Deco units can I add to my Deco mesh network? for more information.

 

Deco X50-Outdoor can work as the satellite Deco unit. It is for outdoor using which can satisfy your needs.

Nice to Meet You in Our TP-Link Community. Check Out the Latest Posts: Archer GE550 - BE9300 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router EasyMesh Is Available When Wi-Fi Routers Work in AP Mode as A Controller. Archer BE550 New Software Enhances System Stability and Optimizes MLO Network Stability. TL-WA3001 Supports EasyMesh, Speed Limit, Guest Network in AP Mode and/or Multi-SSID Mode. If you found the post or response helpful, please click Helpful. If an answer solves your problem, click "Recommended Solution" so that others can benefit from it.
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