Replacing multiple Connects with multiple Ports

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Currently I have a Bridge and 2 Connects powering 2 different amps directly (wired), one is located downstairs and the other upstairs. Often I group them together to play the same music throughout the house. This has always worked great.

To upgrade it seems that I should purchase 2 Ports (doing away with all 3 prior components). My question is can I use my existing wifi for each Port and still group them together without latency or do I need to connect one Port to my modem (over ethernet) and the first amp and set up a Sonos wireless network for the other Port to use and connect it to my second amp? Or is either solution viable?

Thanks

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Stanley_4Answer

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I’d also say avoid extenders too, the Boost would be a much better option.

You could try using your WiFi and see how it goes and order a Boost if you see issues.

I’m lazy, the Boost isn’t expensive and is zero aggravation. Plus you’d keep the exact networking that is working for you now, just newer versions of the hardware and wireless protocols.

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jtaylorAuthor

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@John B I have other Sonos devices that only work with S2. So I am always switching back and forth between S1 and S2. I am looking to consolidate. For the record, I do not yet have to upgrade (my Connects are Gen1), but eventually my hand will be forced.

Thanks again all for all the helpful and timely comments!

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John B

Apologies if I am labouring this, but which devices do you have that only work with S2, as none is listed in your profile?

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jtaylorAuthor

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@John B I have 2 Play5’s, 2 Moves and shortly Amp + 2 wall speakers. These are in different locations than I previously specified. In any case, as you mentioned, there is no reason I “have” to upgrade at this time. But in making my choice I had questions that were nicely answered here.

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