For any future reference, solved this issue. Both routers should be on latest firmware. I did a full factory reset on the C7, redid all the configuration for the WDS access, and when I selected WDS...

@Joseph-TP Thanks for the reply! C7 can scan the 5ghz AX73 wifi normally. I've set the same security options (WPA2-PSK(AES). I can't be without security cause it's a very populated area. Same with...

@terziyski Thanks for the reply! I'd rather use the AX73 as my main since it's new and better speeds and such. As of right now, I left the C7 in the box as a spare router. If i get any tip on how to...

Main router (connected to the ISP fibre device) Archer AX73 V.20 on latest firmware 1.1.0 Build 20240323 rel.70541(5553) Set on 192.168.0.1 Im trying to use WDS on a C7 to expand my 5ghz (or2.4ghz,...