Wireless extenders

I have installed and used various makes and models at clients over the years.
yes, it does work but I would only use them if there is absolutely no way to run a cable :-)
 
We have issues with ethernet over power - I've actually got a couple of adapters somewhere.
 
Don't need something specifically plugged into the wall - so that would work - how does it work as a repeater though? I don't want to run seperate wireless networks.
 
xrapidx said:
Don't need something specifically plugged into the wall - so that would work - how does it work as a repeater though? I don't want to run seperate wireless networks.
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It is the same SSID and network, it's called universal repeater mode on the router.

Only problem you can't access the router after you set it up on repeater mode. Through after you set it up, you really don't need to access it again. I never had to restart the router and always worked.
Can only access after you reset the router.
 
Gtx Gaming said:
It is the same SSID and network, it's called universal repeater mode on the router.

Only problem you can't access the router after you set it up on repeater mode. Through after you set it up, you really don't need to access it again. I never had to restart the router and always worked.
Can only access after you reset the router.
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Tx

sajunky said:
What is your main WiFi access point?
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ASUS Dual Band 802.11ac Wi-Fi ADSL/VDSL Modem Router
DSL-AC52U
https://raru.co.za/electronics/4402365-asus-dual-band-802-11ac-wi-fi-adsl-vdsl-modem-router

Router in Red
Yellow is crap coverage
Blue is where I hope to put extenders

Just about the whole house has wired points, but for phones and tablets its a bit of an issue.
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Are those wired points connected to the router? If so you can (for the time being) plug old WiFi routers into them and make the WiFi details the same as the main router. Make sure the peripheral routers are in repeater mode
 
Gave all the old ones away. Each room has a switch, either in a cupboard or in the roof.
 
Try netspot if you want a really accurate heatmap of your coverage.
 
I've had a pretty bleak experience with a few consumer APs/ extenders.
Where possible, I'd strongly recommend getting a Ubiquiti AP.
 
Not a fan of TP-Link - all of mine died - specifically the wifi.
 
xrapidx said:
Not a fan of TP-Link - all of mine died - specifically the wifi.
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I have two TP-Link WA850's. One is extremely stable - the other one requires a daily reboot and gives issues with some devices.
I finally have the chance to wire in a LAN cable and put in a Access Point - so that one will probably be chucked in a box full of old equipment.
 
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