Can I connect this to my existing Linksys Router (EA8300) to improve coverage and slowdowns? null

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Troyil · Accepted Answer

As I understand, either could be set up as an access point to the other, but separate SSID would be needed for each band. I used my old router as a switch to help keep wired connections that I already had, especially since each Velop unit has only two Ethernet ports. Just turn off DHCP, and make sure the old router IP address does not conflict with Velop units. Having just one SSID is wonderful after having to use a dual band router with a dual band access point. Having four SSID names all over the house was a hassle.

Answered by Troyil 7 years ago

Videophobe · Answer

Absolutely

Linksys Staff · Answer

To fully optimize the performance of the Linksys Velop, we recommend that you use it as your main router, CJDOWNS.

JimH · Answer

From my understanding and use, you can "connect" the first (base) unit to your EA8300 but it will not extend your current WiFi. It will create a new WiFi SSID that can then be extended with the remaining Velop units. The base must be connected to an existing network connection (cable modem or other router) via a wired connection. The remaining units can either be daisy chained to the base Velop via a RJ45 cable or the dedicate 5GHz channel the Velops use for inter-Velop communications.

Answered by JimH 7 years ago

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JoeyG1000 · Answer

You will not need your existing router this works like a router and then extension of our router all into one

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