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Tall silver and gold mesh Wi-Fi satellite, twelve internal antennas, one 10G and two 2.5G Ethernet ports

Netgear Inc.

Netgear Inc. Orbi 970 RBE970-100NAS mesh Wi-Fi system

SKU CH-M6CH-MM4SW MPN RBE970-100NAS

Adds 3,300 sq. ft. of WiFi 7 coverage with quad-band speeds up to 27Gbps and one 10G plus two 2.5G Ethernet ports

  • ColorSilver / Gold
  • TypeAddon Satellite
  • Router & Satellite Counts1-Pack (1 Satellite)
  • Covered Area3,300 sq. ft.
  • LAN PortsMulti-Gig Ethernet ports: One (1) 10Gbps Ethernet LAN port T
  • Wi-Fi StandardsWi-Fi 7

Model Orbi 970

Option Satellite

  • Adds 3,300 sq. ft. of coverage with one satellite
  • Quad-band Wi-Fi 7 delivers up to 27Gbps total throughput
  • Dedicated 5GHz backhaul keeps mesh links fast and stable
  • 10Gbps plus two 2.5Gbps LAN ports for wired devices
  • Orbi app handles setup and separate main, IoT, guest networks

Add-on Satellite for Orbi 970

This Netgear RBE970-100NAS is a single add-on satellite that expands an existing Orbi 970 Series mesh system. It delivers quad-band Wi-Fi 7 connectivity with twelve internal antennas and a 2.2 GHz quad-core processor. Each unit adds up to 3,300 sq. ft. of wireless coverage and supports up to 200 concurrent devices. The satellite requires a compatible Orbi 970 router sold separately.

Buyers expanding a compatible Orbi 970 mesh

This satellite suits owners of an RBE971, RBE972S or RBE973S system who need to eliminate dead zones in larger homes. It provides one 10 Gbps and two 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports for wired devices. It is not for buyers who do not already own a compatible Orbi 970 router, nor for those needing a standalone router or a starter mesh kit with multiple units included.

Requires separate Orbi 970 Series router

The decisive specification is that this satellite cannot function without an Orbi Quad-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 7 Router (model RBE971) purchased separately. It connects via a dedicated 5 GHz backhaul channel (8,647 Mbps) to extend the mesh. Without the required router, the hardware provides no network service.

Highlights

  • Adds 3,300 sq. ft. of coverage with one satellite
  • Quad-band Wi-Fi 7 delivers up to 27Gbps total throughput
  • Dedicated 5GHz backhaul keeps mesh links fast and stable
  • 10Gbps plus two 2.5Gbps LAN ports for wired devices
  • Orbi app handles setup and separate main, IoT, guest networks

Specifications

BrandNetgear
ModelOrbi 970
ColorSilver / Gold
TypeAddon Satellite
Router & Satellite Counts1-Pack (1 Satellite)
Covered Area3,300 sq. ft.
Part NumberRBE970-100NAS
LAN PortsMulti-Gig Ethernet ports:
One (1) 10Gbps Ethernet LAN port
Two (2) 10/100/1000/2500Mbps Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports
Wi-Fi StandardsWi-Fi 7
Wireless Data RatesUp to 27Gbps
Frequency BandQuad-band with 16 streams of WiFi:
6GHz (4x4/320MHz, 4K-QAM): 11,530Mbps
5GHz-1 (4x4/240MHz, 4K-QAM): 8,647Mbps, Dedicated Backhaul
5GHz-2 (4x4/160MHz, 4K-QAM): 5,765Mbps
2.4GHz (4x4/40MHz, 1K-QAM): 1,147Mbps
SecurityOrbi App: For easy installation and management
Separate WiFi Networks for secure access:
- Main network for your connected home devices
- IoT network for your IoT devices
- Guest network for your guests
WPA3: For secure WiFi connection to devices
Automatic Firmware Update: Delivers latest security patches to router automatically
VPN Support: Provides secured remote access to your home network
AntennaTwelve (12) high-performance internal antennas with high-power amplifiers
System RequirementOrbi Quad-band Mesh WiFi 7 Router (RBE971) SOLD SEPARATELY
High-speed Internet connection to existing modem or gateway
SpecificationProcessor: Powerful quad-core 2.2GHz processor
Antenna: Twelve (12) high-performance internal antennas with high-power amplifiers
Package Content1x Orbi WiFi 7 Satellite (RBE970)
1x 19v/3.16A power adapter
Quick start guide
Shipping weight2.72 kg
Package size318 × 203 × 152 mm

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Questions about this item

How does the quad-core 2.2GHz processor handle sustained multi-gigabit traffic through the 10Gbps and 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports?

The quad-core 2.2GHz processor drives the twelve internal antennas and manages up to 27Gbps aggregate wireless throughput across the quad-band radio, forwarding traffic through one 10Gbps and two 2.5Gbps LAN ports without a separate fan.

What heat or noise should I expect when the satellite runs 24/7 with all sixteen Wi-Fi streams active?

The unit uses passive cooling only; the twelve high-power internal amplifiers and 2.2GHz processor dissipate heat through the chassis, so there is no fan noise during continuous operation.

Which Orbi router must I already own for this RBE970 satellite to join the mesh?

This add-on satellite requires a separately sold Orbi Quad-band Mesh WiFi 7 Router (model RBE971) or a compatible RBE972S or RBE973S system to function.

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