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In Windows 10 (Home) I have a DS215J that has several Mapped Drives via my Network. Awaiting arrival of the my first RT2600ac (MR2200ac backordered till Sunday) and would like to make this a smooth transition.
I've attempted to implement MESH in the past, and it was a nightmare with defective devices, inability to MESH hardware, etc. from other vendors.
I'm seeking support on the following:
A) Most of my 55+ Wi-Fi dependent Devices (IoT wall switches/plugs/iPads, Laptops, etc.) just would not connect..... I had to change the Name + Password for the new Mesh install, as it would not recognize the previous credentials. ... further research pointed at the MESH system not allowing access as the 5G was the culprit and most of the legacy devices are on 2.4..... even though it had both bands operating. Techs said I would need to Turn OFF the 5G....
B) I had found that when powering down the Modem while replacing the old single point router and implementing the Mesh, I had no longer the ability to access the Mapped NAS Drives. I seem to recall that when you do this, a new Address is assigned each time. Is there an easy way to not lose my Mapped Drive assignments when switching to the new 2600?
C) As I mentioned above, Name + Password Credentials that reside on every one of my Devices needed to be changed on the previous non-Synology Mesh install. Should there be any reason I will encounter this issue when moving to the 2600?
I would really like to make this a pain-free changeover..... Any suggestions are welcome and appreciated...
I've attempted to implement MESH in the past, and it was a nightmare with defective devices, inability to MESH hardware, etc. from other vendors.
I'm seeking support on the following:
A) Most of my 55+ Wi-Fi dependent Devices (IoT wall switches/plugs/iPads, Laptops, etc.) just would not connect..... I had to change the Name + Password for the new Mesh install, as it would not recognize the previous credentials. ... further research pointed at the MESH system not allowing access as the 5G was the culprit and most of the legacy devices are on 2.4..... even though it had both bands operating. Techs said I would need to Turn OFF the 5G....
B) I had found that when powering down the Modem while replacing the old single point router and implementing the Mesh, I had no longer the ability to access the Mapped NAS Drives. I seem to recall that when you do this, a new Address is assigned each time. Is there an easy way to not lose my Mapped Drive assignments when switching to the new 2600?
C) As I mentioned above, Name + Password Credentials that reside on every one of my Devices needed to be changed on the previous non-Synology Mesh install. Should there be any reason I will encounter this issue when moving to the 2600?
I would really like to make this a pain-free changeover..... Any suggestions are welcome and appreciated...