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Can I use a wired router as the main node in ethernet backhaul setup?

Can I use a wired router as the main node in ethernet backhaul setup?
Can I use a wired router as the main node in ethernet backhaul setup?
2024-08-24 00:00:44 - last edited 2024-09-04 03:36:47
Tags: #Access Point Mode #PoE #Network Connectivity #Deco Ethernet Backhaul
Model: Deco X60  
Hardware Version: V3
Firmware Version: 1.2.8

I own two Deco X60 units. Currently, my mesh network looks like this (ethernet backhaul):

 

[router] ⇒ [Deco (main)] ⇒ [Deco (satellite)]

 

This was working fine, except the room where my router is located is being repurposed. I can no longer keep my router and main Deco unit in the same room, which is a problem for connecting the Deco units over ethernet.

 

Is the below possible, either by configuring my router (Omada ER605) a certain way or by using an intermediary between my router and Deco units?

 

             ⇗ [Deco (satellite)]

[router] 

             ⇘ [Deco (satellite)]

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Re:Can I use a wired router as the main node in ethernet backhaul setup?-Solution
2024-08-26 03:59:44 - last edited 2024-09-04 03:36:47

  @friendofdog 

Hi,

 

If you want to connect this way, you need to set up the Deco as Access Point mode.

 

             ⇗ [Deco (main Deco, AP mode)]

[router] 

             ⇘ [Deco (satellite)]

 

 

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Re:Can I use a wired router as the main node in ethernet backhaul setup?-Solution
2024-08-26 03:59:44 - last edited 2024-09-04 03:36:47

  @friendofdog 

Hi,

 

If you want to connect this way, you need to set up the Deco as Access Point mode.

 

             ⇗ [Deco (main Deco, AP mode)]

[router] 

             ⇘ [Deco (satellite)]

 

 

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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Re:Can I use a wired router as the main node in ethernet backhaul setup?
2024-09-13 00:37:14
Thank you, this worked in AP mode
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