amateur_handman wrote:

I would like to install an 'over the range' microwave under the
cabinet, in an area that is not over the range. Because we will not
need the venting, can the venting be turned off?

I am not sure if venting is necessary for microwave cooking. If the
venting funtion is disabled, will it affect the cooking performance?


What you really want is a cabinet kit for a standard microwave. No, you don't
need the range vent for the microwave, but why pay a premium for a combo unit?