Can I use this as a booster/repeater by using a long USB cord plugged into the router or wired PC? thanks, 'tech unsavvy'
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Short answer: No. The long answer is along the lines of: the router wouldn't know what to do with the antenna or it wouldn't recognize it at all. That I know of, there are no routers that are also self-contained computers, but even if there was such a router, there is no guarantee that Rosewill makes drivers to support the OS it runs. Even still, all of that is null due to the fact that the antenna is a receiver and not a signal amplifier. Bottom line is: you need a Wi-Fi range extender like this http://www.amazon.com/Amped-Wireless-Compact-Extender-REC10/dp/B00BWLL9N8/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1377628035&sr=1-2&keywords=amped+wireless+wifi+range+extender you can read about it and others like it herehttp://www.ampedwireless.com/family/repeaters.html but Amped Wireless isn't the only company that makes range extenders/repeaters so you should shop around if you want something a bit cheaper.
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You can use it as a repeater if it is connected to a computer that already has internet access. Here is a tutorial i found for setting it up on a windows machine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gg0hsWN7uAOne caveat to doing it this way is that it will only be transmitting a signal if the computer is on. Another option is if you have an old wireless router lying around, that can also be used as a repeater. Hope this helps!
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This connects to any wireless modem all you need is the password if it is a locked network. The reason I like this USB based device is that it works as plug and play with Linux, or most linux distros. Some info on routers; Range booster is a marketing phrase by D-Link. Any wireless router will if set up correctly allow a user to have wireless connections to a modem. A lot of info can be learned about routers as well as best routers to modify via firmware; http://www.dd-wrt.com
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Nope, just link it to your router, I had no problems with this unit, I am still using it today, no problems.
226050
Look for a wireless booster for your signal, if you can string up a LAN cable it's much better and faster. Cheers
1529730
Negative. This wireless nic has ap mode but not repeater mode. Tplink makes a.wireless repeater that does.whT your asking for
1725498
Many routers have an existing antennae in which is to be replaced by this one. If your router doesn't have an antennae then you can't use this booster. This booster did not work for me
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Not clear on the question. You've got a repeater and a hub? it's just a USB cable - albeit a long one. Plugging this into repeater, might boost the signal strength and plugging it into a hub, should be fine too. I've used this cable to connect my DSLR to a laptop - so I could shoot in tethered mode. It worked fine - still does.
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no it cannot be used, unless you get a usb to lan converter,, that is compatible with product.. which i dont know of any.. and please buy a usb fan for item,,and plug in front port or else it will blow out very fast... i lost about 6 due to overheating,,
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Only if the router has an external screw-in antenna. The cable from the booster has to screw into the antenna socket on the router.
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No, the Wumc710 it's not designed as a repeater, it's basically a wireless ethernet extension to your router unlike a wireless adapter it does not need to be connected to a computer! if you need to extend your range you should get a range extender or repeater like Netgear AC1200 High Power 700mW Dual Band Wi-Fi Range Extender - Desktop with 5 Ports (EX6200)
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You may use a wireless bridge or wireless access point which has an Ethernet (RJ45) jack. This product does not support a wifi usb adapter. Most new routers can setup as an access point where it communicates wirelessly to your actual wireless router and then you would connect that access point via Ethernet to the security system. I can verify that YES this does work because I bought and set this up at my parents house using an older N router/access point to communicate to their Verizon Fios Modem/Router. It works pretty well but I've never been a fan of wireless in general so I would suggest an Ethernet over power line instead. I plan to do this soon and I'll update when I do! You may use a wireless bridge or wireless access point which has an Ethernet (RJ45) jack. This product does not support a wifi usb adapter. Most new routers can setup as an access point where it communicates wirelessly to your actual wireless router and then you would connect that access point via Ethernet to the security system. I can verify that YES this does work because I bought and set this up at my parents house using an older N router/access point to communicate to their Verizon Fios Modem/Router. It works pretty well but I've never been a fan of wireless in general so I would... » Read More You may use a wireless bridge or wireless access point which has an Ethernet (RJ45) jack. This product does not support a wifi usb adapter. Most new routers can setup as an access point where it communicates wirelessly to your actual wireless router and then you would connect that access point via Ethernet to the security system. I can verify that YES this does work because I bought and set this up at my parents house using an older N router/access point to communicate to their Verizon Fios Modem/Router. It works pretty well but I've never been a fan of wireless in general so I would suggest an Ethernet over power line instead. I plan to do this soon and I'll update when I do! « Show Less
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Yes, there is the option in the router console to set it up as a wireless repeater, though I don't have personal experience with using it in that capacity.
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Only with a wired connection, which actually makes it an AP rather than a bridge or repeater. It doesn't support that function natively. Also, the third-party firmware dd-wrt that would allow that function does not support this router. There may be another third party firmware that could allow it to work the way you want, but you're looking at some work getting it done. You would need good knowledge of networking most likely. If you require that feature then you would be better off looking into something that already has it built in, or that is supported by dd-wrt firmware.
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Magicjack plus just came out. You can plug it into the wall and then connect it to the ethernet and it will work when the computer is off.
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You can take item and router to Radio Shack and they will sale you an adapter. The booster antenna works great!!!!
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Just plug into the wall, but if you have any secuity set up on the router, it won't work. Use the disk for setup with security enabled router. No problem getting the connection running but didn't solve our bad signal problem at all.
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This device is not encapsulating the signal in a TCP packet. It's just using the wiring from the cable. So it won't work over a router.