Does this also broadcast a WiFi signal to extend the range of your WiFi set up, or does it only serve as a bridge to connect ethernet devices?
1966292
No it is just a WiFi bridge and 1GB Ethernet switch, not a wifi extender. Pretty reliable though.
1966293
only bridge, all bridges do the same function, to receive wifi signal and transmit it through Ethernet ports.
1966294
No it doesn't repeat the wifi signal. It just gives you the 4 ethernet ports. Worked great for me for the first year, then died.
1966295
Doesn't repeat the signal. However it is a fantastic Ethernet bridge. I use it to deliver video services (Amazon Prime Video, etc.) to my receiver in HD over 5ghz. Highly recommended for that. I recommend staying away from range extenders, as the typically don't perform as advertised, and cut the throughput in half as a function of signal repeating. If signal strength is what you need, the go with a higher powered wifi router, such as Asus.
1966296
It is only a bridge. You will need to buy an extender if you need more wifi range.
1699606
Yes. You can connect cable to ethernet port and connect to mini router, and have it broadcast that internet signal wirelessly. Will require setup of wireless access. Instructions were included and fairly easy to follow. Just find the set for setting the device up as a wireless router, not bridge or repeater.
1517055
Will it work to do what? This is not a hot spot...it's a device to turn a wired Ethernet port into wireless
302705
I had the same question, when you connect it as directed you can be LAN (USB) and it will also produce a wifi signal for those devices. It does both or either one as needed. Mine was bought used and works great.
1858068
This device RECEIVES a wireless signal and OUTPUTS a wired Ethernet signal. This is designed to turn normally non-wireless products like blu-ray players and xbox360s into wireless capable devices. It doesn't sound like that's what you're trying to do.
563399
they are not amplifying a wireless signal. they distribute a "wired" ethernet port across your home's electrical wiring. any place you have an electrical outlet can become an ethernet port. actually, a pair of them. i tried 2 different wireless routers to distribute netflix and similar services throughout my 3,200 sf 2 story home. i always had problems connecting and staying connected. this product solved the problem with excellent results!
1813799
It's a 2nd Ethernet port bridged to the main one but without PoE input or output. This means you can connect any wired Ethernet device to it. One use would be to daisy-chain additional ones of these access points for more coverage. For that you would need to re-inject power at a point between each access point though.
1113616
This is solely used to connect devices that only take Ethernet cables to a wireless network. So you would need a wireless network set up for this device to connect to.
1558916
This is a router, it transmits the signal that the modem is feeding into it. If you are suggesting that it is a range extender for an existing wireless router/modem combo unit, no
73484
It has it's own built in wifi signal it emits to your device and that's how you connect to it. Honestly, I could never get it to work even though I could get my device to see it. I just plus it in and use it like a flash drive now.
198027
To the best of my knowledge it is only intended as a range extender and not designed to provide the services of a router. I have a very large ranch style, single story home, and router in my office is over 100 feet from the opposite end of the house. This unit significantly improved my signal strength, ending dropped connections from wireless devices in use on the other end of the house, and the guest house on the property.
1213347
This kit does 2 things: 1. it turns your house's electric circuit into an ethernet network and 2. it provides a WiFi access point to said network, thus extending the range of your WiFi To accomplish that you have to connect the small box to both an outlet and to your (existing) wireless router. Then you plug the large box to an outlet when you have little to no WiFi signal. It's not a repeater because it doesn't "catch" your router's wifi signal, amplify it and then repeat it wherever you place it. What it does is to provide a wifi hotspot with the same parameters (SSID or network name, security and password) as your existing wifi network and communicates with your router through your house's electrical system, providing a more reliable and strong connection. The ethernet ports on the bigger box could also be used as regular network ports.
1596795
it just hooks to your present ethernet and sends a wifi signal. any pc with wireless capability will pick it up, Phones, Ipads, tablets etc, pick it up right away. It worked for me on my home ethernet, and both my brothers ethernet at their homes. Any ethernet you plug into becomes wireless no fees. The hardest part for me was reading the print on bottom for the password. I read a zero as a capital O, Once I figgered that out all was as simple as one can ask for.
1017150
Yes - this has one LAN connection port you can use to attach a hub or switch and extend your network once this is connected to your existing Wifi network.
1140227
Yes. I am using it for TV box but the same idea applies. It bridges using a wireless connection so any device near it can use a wire ethernet connection. You set it up, plug it in. Setup is very easy and simple. Anyone can do it. Just follow the instructions and find out what your home network address space is. (i.e. 192.168.x.2, network mask is 255.255.255.0) name your bridge 192.168.x.2. You should reserve the address space of 192.168.x.1-10 for your routers.
1357303
Hi Peter, This device can act as Wireless Ethernet Client, and in many cases there are more than just one Ethernet device that needs to be connected back to the wireless network. That's when the bonus LAN port comes in place. If you need any further assistance please don't hesitate contacting ZyXEL's US-Based Technical support at 1.800.255.4101 Option# 5. Best regards, ZyXEL's Sales Team
553317
It adds an extension, I don't recall of the top of my head but something like "YourWIFI_RPT" for normal and "YourWIFI_RPT5G" for the 5g. That is optional to use your wifi SSID "YourWIFI". You can also give it a different name if you want.