NETGEAR Orbi RBK862S Tri-Band WiFi 6 Mesh System
- Up to 6Gbps tri-band WiFi 6
- Up to 5,400 sq. ft., up to 100 devices
- 10 Gig internet port
- Dedicated backhaul band
- Upgraded antenna design, 20% more coverage than previous generation
- NETGEAR Armor 1-year subscription
- Router + satellite, Ethernet cable and two power adapters
- 1 year limited warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A high-end two-piece mesh system for large homes on multi-gig internet, with a dedicated backhaul and a ten-gig port. The router has a single listed port in specs, and Armor becomes paid after a year.
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ASIN: B0BXFRPH3QModel: Orbi RBK862SCategory: Whole Home & Mesh Wi-Fi Systems
Overview
Not a single router, this NETGEAR Orbi pairs a router and a satellite linked by their own dedicated band, spreading fast WiFi across a large home and yard. A ten-gig internet port takes the fastest cable and fiber plans.
Multi-gig input and a dedicated backhaul let a large home use a fast plan at full speed in far rooms. The Armor security trial lasts a year, and the system is for US use only.
Who it's for
Big homes with many devices and fast internet will make use of the capacity and coverage. Small spaces and slow plans get little benefit for the size.
Pros and cons
- Ten-gig internet port
- Dedicated backhaul band
- Very large coverage area
- Handles many devices
- Armor subscription after one year
- US use only
- Port count listed inconsistently
Performance notes
Speed at the satellite holds up because the dedicated backhaul band carries traffic between units, leaving the other bands for devices. The upgraded antennas extend reach into yards. The ten-gig port lets a multi-gig plan reach the router without a bottleneck.
Specifications
| Brand | NETGEAR |
|---|---|
| Model | Orbi RBK862S |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Lan port bandwidth | 10 Gbps internet port |
| Item weight | 3.84 kg |
| Item dimensions l x W x h | 11.5 x 10.7 x 9.1 inches |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 1 year limited warranty |
| Supported internet plan | Up to 10Gbps |
| Other details | |
| Data transfer rate | Up to 6Gbps |
| Wi-Fi generation | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Frequency band class | Tri-Band, dedicated backhaul |
| Security protocol | WPA2-PSK, WPA3, NETGEAR Armor |
| Number of units | 2 (router + satellite) |
| Coverage | 5,400 sq. ft. |
| Builtin media | Orbi Router (RBR860), Orbi Satellite (RBS860), 6ft Ethernet cable, two power adapters, quick start guide |
| Max connected devices | 100 |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the NETGEAR Orbi RBK862S?
One Orbi Router (RBR860), one Orbi Satellite (RBS860), a 6ft Ethernet cable, two power adapters and a quick start guide.
Does the Orbi RBK862S support 10 Gig internet?
Yes. Its 10 Gig internet port connects to cable or fiber service up to 10Gbps.
How many devices can the Orbi RBK862S handle?
Up to 100 connected devices.
Is NETGEAR Armor free with the RBK862S?
A 1-year subscription is included.