How does the ethernet backhaul work? Which plug do I plug the backhaul CAT6 into, and on which device (router or satellite)? Are the rest of the ethernet ports available for wired devices? null

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DodgeDeBoulet · Accepted Answer

The WAN port is 10GbE, and the backhaul port is 2.5GbE. It's adjacent to the WAN port on the RBR/router and is the leftmost port (facing the back) on the RBSs/satellites.

A 2.5GbE switch is required for backhaul operation; you cannot simply run a cable between the satellite(s) and the router.

PaulL24 · Answer

There is a basic support page about this topic on the Netgear support website. But to add, it's essentially automatically setup once you plug in the ethernet cables. The satellite has a dedicated port for this that should be plugged into the similarly labelled port on the back of the main router. I would add that you should try not to have any other switches in between the two or if you must have a switch in between to only have a basic switch that does not have any routing or more advanced functions as that will mess up the backhaul. (I had/have this problem).
Otherwise, yes the rest of the ethernet ports are available for wired devices.

AerialPrestige · Answer

I Ethernet backhaul every satellite I have. 1 + 2 router/satellite setup.
Works great! I get awesome speeds throughout my entire 3000Sf home.
Use the first port on each satellite for the input of data. Use any of the three Ethernet ports on the main router as the output data port.

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