Question on SSID...Mine gave the same SSID to both 2.4 and 5G. Does it automatically route to the best choice or do I need to assign separate SSIDS. That is what I've done with previous Linksys dual bands. Question on SSID...Mine gave the same SSID to both 2.4 and 5G. Does it automatically route to the best choice or do I need to assign separate SSIDS. That is what I've done with previous... » Read More Question on SSID...Mine gave the same SSID to both 2.4 and 5G. Does it automatically route to the best choice or do I need to assign separate SSIDS. That is what I've done with previous Linksys dual bands. « Show Less
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After reading a lot of articles in regard to routers in general, it seems to me that assigning separate SSID to each band is desirable so that you can access the different bands from different devices. Actually, one article said, that because a lot is shared in one device, having two different wireless with a band on each would give the best - non-shared - access. If you only have one or two devices, this may not be important. But even with few devices, if some are old and some new, it would be a good idea to give distinct SSID to each band. There is a lot more that could be said, but this is the simple answer. After reading a lot of articles in regard to routers in general, it seems to me that assigning separate SSID to each band is desirable so that you can access the different bands from different devices. Actually, one article said, that because a lot is shared in one device, having two different wireless with a band on each would give the best - non-shared - access. If you only have one or two devices, this may not be important. But even with few devices, if some are old and some new, it would be a good idea to give distinct SSID to each band. There is a lot more that could be said, but this... » Read More After reading a lot of articles in regard to routers in general, it seems to me that assigning separate SSID to each band is desirable so that you can access the different bands from different devices. Actually, one article said, that because a lot is shared in one device, having two different wireless with a band on each would give the best - non-shared - access. If you only have one or two devices, this may not be important. But even with few devices, if some are old and some new, it would be a good idea to give distinct SSID to each band. There is a lot more that could be said, but this is the simple answer. « Show Less
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I don't think you need to assign separate SSIDs. Never did with all the dual banders I had. Never encountered any problem. My wifi is fast and I can even access it 10 houses away.
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I don't think you need to assign separate SSID's. Never did with all the dual banners I had. Never has any problem. My wifi is fast and I can even access it 10 houses away.
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Yes it creates another SSID that you have to switch to. Most devices are configurable to use the strongest signal so if you can configure your device for the strongest, it should not be an issue.
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First, you should know that all current Wi-Fi signals from A to N operate on a 2.4ghz frequency band. G suffers from interference problems from other devices operating on the same frequency levels like wireless telephones for example. Within the 2.4Ghz band there are 14 internationally designated wi-fi channels. Depending on where you live you can access between 10 to all 14. I think the U.S. only allows 12 for reasons I won't get in to here. Bottom line is that if your neighbors are using a certain channel and you get interference, with a G router you have plenty of others to choose from. The good news is that a G router's optimal range is about 100 meters and degrades enough that only your immediate neighbors will interfere with your signal. So most of the time it isn't a problem, just switch to another channel... N routers operate on 2.4Ghz AND 5Ghz. The optimal range is also tripled to roughly 300 meters. The advantage here is that the 5Ghz band (if you decide to utilize it) doesn't have much traffic so you are ensured a good signal. But in an apartment, I always found G was fine if I switched to a channel my neighbors weren't using. So, my advice is to buy G. Also a lot of companies jumped a ahead and implemented N before it was even approved by the IEEE (it'll be official January 2010). I've had problems with all brands of N working with each other over the past few years. Also, if you buy a N, you'll have to enable B and G anyway if you have older computers or visitors with old laptops. If you don't they won't be able to use your wireless. N is too new.
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Yes. I have confirmed this by looking at the client list on my main router. So, with this unit attached to your network you have 2 wi-fi SSIDs but only 1 IP subnet.
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Hmm I wish I had gotten this one then.Belkin N+ is a good router though and we haven't had any problems with it whatsoever.I would recommend it. But I'm thinking the version2 of this linksys is better.
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No, this is a single band access point. If you are getting one of this style, I would recommend the EAP350 or another model with Gigabit. Even if you're not going to use a Gigabit power injector with it, connect it to a Gb LAN switch or router or 10/100 will limit your speeds anyway. That would be more important that getting dual band. I have used the 9550 and it definitely lacks quality vs the EAP300 or EAP350. Specifically, they have a firmware bug that reduces the speed to a crawl on iOS devices at times, which is known with some other Engenius models as well. The 300 and 350 are better performers in this price range and style. No, this is a single band access point. If you are getting one of this style, I would recommend the EAP350 or another model with Gigabit. Even if you're not going to use a Gigabit power injector with it, connect it to a Gb LAN switch or router or 10/100 will limit your speeds anyway. That would be more important that getting dual band. I have used the 9550 and it definitely lacks quality vs the EAP300 or EAP350. Specifically, they have a firmware bug that reduces the speed to a crawl on iOS devices at times, which is known with some other Engenius models as well. The 300 and 350 are better... » Read More No, this is a single band access point. If you are getting one of this style, I would recommend the EAP350 or another model with Gigabit. Even if you're not going to use a Gigabit power injector with it, connect it to a Gb LAN switch or router or 10/100 will limit your speeds anyway. That would be more important that getting dual band. I have used the 9550 and it definitely lacks quality vs the EAP300 or EAP350. Specifically, they have a firmware bug that reduces the speed to a crawl on iOS devices at times, which is known with some other Engenius models as well. The 300 and 350 are better performers in this price range and style. « Show Less
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It uses the same SSID as your router, But they show up as separate networks.
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My WIFI used to reset frequently, it was very annoying, almost unusable. I believe this started to happen after the latest driver update because before that it was just OK. I couldn't figure out what was wrong with the computer, followed all recommendations on all websites and nothing. Then I found that my router was transmitting the same SSID for 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz, decided to change the SSID on one of them and voila... all problems gone.
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This device does not change your SSID. It is only a booster for your internet signal. If you accessed your shared drives throughout the house before the unit was installed then you should be able to do it after the unit was installed.
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I'm able to stay on my WiFi (2.4Ghz band) when walking my dogs down past the nearest 2 houses. The 5 Ghz band has much shorter range but offers faster speeds through WiFi to the router. I personally find that the speed to the router has never been my limiter, it has always been the speed of my AT&T; Uverse internet connection (which stinks).
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I have received the router and it is the v3 so I'd say they have exhausted all of the v2 stock that they had. Thanks for the input though. My problem now is that with two repeaters, my web speeds have really dropped. I am already preparing to return my router and buy a 24 port switch and start hard wiring the house. Another fun project...
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If smart connect is enabled, you will see one ssid for the 5Ghz channel. If you disable or uncheck smart connect, you will have two ssids for the 5Ghz bands - one for each radio. To answer your question you can disable smart connect and have 3 separate ssids to connect to. You can then control which radio each device or client connects to.
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I have th5 5GHz network broken out from the 2.4. I use the 5GHz for backhaul and I have it point-to-point just over 1/4 mile, but this is not usable spectrum as its only backhaul. The 2.4 goes around 500 - 750 foot radius
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Hey I also should have mentioned it in my last response to your question. If you want the best signal with these to order yourself one of the panel antenna to go with it, you won't be sorry. I found that to be the best one for multiple signal issues. I actually order two more of them for myself after buying the first one. I'm using it right now with a shared internet connection over a hundred feet away with buildings and walls in between for around two years or more now. Great connection and speeds. It also works better than either one of my laptops internal wi-fi. Good luck :-)
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No, I Have a dual band router and it only picks up 2.4. In fact that is my last favorite part of this laptop is the wireless. It constantly drops my wifi. It shows connected bit is not. I've bought a new USB wireless and a new w router to make sure it's my network card's issue. Other than that, it's been a good laptop.
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I don't believe so. I've had various problems with this 5 mhz thing. I have to use that on my wifi at home to get fast speeds, but then some of my handheld devices won't pick up the 5 mhz network. So the 2.4 on this is to my advantage. Anyway, I don't think it has that option.
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wifi dual range run both 5Ghz and 2.4Ghz -- 2.4 typically has much larger range, but the channels are separate so if you set upa bridge to extend your wifi range and it can use the 5ghz channel, you get higher total throughput on the extended 2.4 channel since it won't use your existing 2.4 bandwidth. The net performance on the extended link is a bit lower since you'll have a bit of latency as the bridge needs to retransmit packets to your wifi hub.