Question 1

I am comparing between this one and netgear orbi and google wifi, any recommendation which one i should go for, in terms of robust performance/speed

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I recently purchased this item from Office Depot. I was considering the Velop and the Netgear Orbi. Two factors that finalized my decision. I got a super price on this system and this system had 3 modules (which I thought would be better in my house. My internet enters through the bonus room above garage which is at one end. The bonus room is not connected with the remaining second story. I had to place one unit there with the modem. The second one is downstairs from that one (where my extender had been). The third was placed at bottom of stairs feeding the remaining 2nd level. I possibly could spread them further, but wanted to be sure at setup. I pay to have 100 mb service at modem and actually exceed this by 10-15 wirelessly throughout house. I no longer have dead spots (as I did even with my Netgear 1900 extender) and no longer lose connection with printers. Although, the Netgear Orbi may do the same, I am very pleased with my purchase. Only complaint that I had initially was that each module has only 2 Ethernet connections. When connecting the first unit with the modem, you only have one remaining. However, with the speed that I am getting wirelessly, it doesn't appear to be an issue. However, I would be more comfortable if at least one unit had 3or 4 Ethernet connections.

Question 2

My existing Linksys wireless router has 5 Ethernet ports of which I use 4.    Can I use a switch with the Velop to expand the number of ports?

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Yes, any brand of Ethernet switch (Gigabit (1,000 Mbps) recommended) will work.  For example, TP-Link 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Plastic Desktop Switch (TL-SG1008D) https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B001EVGIYG/ref=twister_B01DJXRKZM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1.  A 5-Port switch is available for $5.00 less, but it can be nice to have a few extra ports available.

Question 3

Can this be configured to act as a wifi only, and disable the routing features?

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There is an option to put it into Bridge Mode (basically acting as a wired AP), but it involves getting into the webpage based GUI, which is kept hidden.  You would need to setup as normal with the app, connecting to your existing router, setup as a parent node (router) and any child nodes (access points), will temporarily create a double NAT, but will be resolved by changing to bridge mode later.

Question 4

I have 2 additional ethernet jacks space in the right places, with the 2 velops hard wired should get more even wifi (house is wood frame 2 floors) ?

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Sorry I am a user like you I don't believe that I am the right person to answer you that question, but I believe that if you wire node one with node two it should work one of they as access point for the same network. But the escentia or the value of this system is has a better wireless experience. If you say that you have a wood house just set the main node near by the second on the upper floor it should work perfect without any Ethernet connection. Anyway I suggest you to contact Linksys support to they give you a better recommendation in your case. Greetings

ASIN	B01N2NLNEH
Antenna Location	Gaming, Home
Antenna Type	Internal
Best Sellers Rank	#34,012 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #403 in Whole Home & Mesh Wi-Fi Systems
Brand	Linksys
Built-In Media	Ethernet cable (x1), Linksys Velop (x3), Power adapter (x3), Printed Documentation, Quick Start Guide
Color	White
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer
Connectivity Protocol	ethernet, wi-fi
Connectivity Range	6000 square_feet
Connectivity Technology	Wireless
Control Method	App
Controller Type	Apple HomeKit, iOS
Coverage	6,000 square feet
Customer Reviews	4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (2,446)
Data Transfer Rate	2200 megabits_per_second
Frequency	2.4 GHz
Frequency Band Class	Tri-Band
Global Trade Identification Number	00745883728244, 00745883728428, 04260184666874
Item Dimensions L x W x H	3.1"L x 7.3"W x 9.3"H
Item Type Name	Linksys WHW0303 Velop Wireless Whole Home Wi-Fi AC6600 Tri-band Mesh System
Item Weight	2.5 kg
LAN Port Bandwidth	Gigabit Ethernet
Manufacturer	Linksys
Maximum Upstream Data Transfer Rate	1100 megabits_per_second
Mfr Part Number	WHW0303
Model Name	WHW0301
Model Number	WHW0303
Number of Antennas	6
Number of Items	3
Number of Ports	6
Operating System	Android,Ios
Other Special Features of the Product	Guest Mode, WPS
RAM Memory Installed	512 MB
Router Network Type	Mesh Network
Security Protocol	WPA2
UPC	745883728244 745883837274 745883728466 745883728435 745883728428
Unit Count	3 Count
Voltage	240 volts
Warranty Description	3.5 year manufacturer
Wireless Compability	2.4 GHz Radio Frequency, 5 GHz Radio Frequency, 802.11b/n/ac, 802.11bgn

Linksys Velop Mesh Home WiFi System, 6,000 Sq. ft Coverage, 60+ Devices, Speeds up to (AC2200) 2.2Gbps - WHW0303

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