is this any good for a 2.4 ghz n? my devices are about 60 feet from the router, with a couple walls. my belkin loses half of wired speed or so
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we have had quite a bit of trouble with this router, I can not recommend it. Now our printer cannot connect- do not know what the problem is, but not happy with it at all.
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My condo's not that big, but I've got the kitchen, and bathroom plumbing, as well as the washer and drier between the router and my tablet when I'm in bed. It's pretty solid. You might want to look at what your mobile device has for a radio, I've seen problems with iPads at work that did not connect as well as iPhones and Android devices. Some gear just has less robust radios.
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My answer is pretty much the same as Mike's. I also live in condo and have no problems connecting with any device (android, apple or laptop). Apple connects at 5ghz, the others at 2.4ghz. No problems with streaming videos or music.
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I can't tell on 2.4GHz because I use mainly on 5GHz. However, it has pretty good reception even the signal "leaks" to upstairs where it's served with another AP
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yes.I have mine set up downstairs. My home is 2492 sq ft. I have no issues whatsoever
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I use this on a laptop with a dual band Asus router. I have the same result as you, I see the 2.4GHz but not the 5GHZ. Seems rediculous that Asus reciever can not see Asus dual band router. On other hand it locks on to the 2.4GHz signal very well and so I am happy enough. Guess if can not detect 5Ghz from Asus router than this is not such a great product.
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I have a dual-band Asus router and it works just fine. You can get on 5 Ghz, but I think the cap is something like 150Mbps. It's a great device, but this thing might be overkill if you aren't using a router with AC. I bought this thing specifically because I got a new router with AC protocol, and I had no devices that could hop on that wireless protocol. Well worth it if you plan on using AC devices.
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I had the same issue with an off brand (tenda) router. The Belkin box could connect with my friends router, and my phones hot spot, but not this one. I ended up getting a new router (linksys) , dual band to take advantage of the belkins speed. Connected up with no problem
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It is not compatible with a 2.4 GHz adapter. It is strictly 5 GHz. If you need 2.4 GHz, purchase an access point with that capability included.
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I use it with my Roku 2 XS but am going to get a 5ghz version, we have over 20 routers on 2.4ghz in our neighborhood.
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the router is extender the signal but not speedup ,....i have to move the router possible near the original router is better signal to extender the netgear wn200rpt
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Funny you should ask. Although the packaging for the unit does mention support for both 2.4 and 5GHz networks, the player is unable to find my 5GHz network, but is able to discover the 2.4GHz network easily. I'm thinking there's a misprint on the packaging itself.
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For me, the AC it´s not good at all. The range is not as good as the N router. For example, I have my AC router in one room and my computer in another room, very close, and I prefer always the N connection because is faster. Maybe the AC is good if you are in the same room, but not for all your house. Next time I will be buying a N900 router with dual band (450+450), not an AC router.
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for asus n66r, works on 2.4 band the most. Does not do much for 5 Ghz but it did not hurt.
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Answers see to be conflicting - All our WiFi devices, 2 cell phones, 2 tablets, smart TV, and 2 laptops use 5Ghz. I have a high-end dual band router (ARRIS / Motorola Surfboard SBG6782-AC) and live in a home with lots of stucco walls/wire mesh = very poor wireless reception. I get about 5 Mbps WiFi outside the room where the router is located, but 125 Mbps with ethernet cable. Will this antenna boost the 5Ghz signal or just the 2.4Ghz? Thanks!
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I had such a problem with weak signals and disconnects with both the 2.4 and 5 signals that I returned the Netgear and purchased an ASUS RT-N66U. After a firmware update on the ASUS, I haven't had any problems connecting our phones, computers and Roku boxes to the ASUS.
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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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It's been reported that there can be bandwidth degradation due to the way the extender utilizes the network (frequency/channels) between itself and the main WiFi router. In my case, with a 10Mgbps DSL line in a tech shield roofed 2500+ sq. ft home, this unit works just fine. My main router is in the front office and the extender is at the farthest point in the back of the home, so that they overlap in coverage. Online Speed tests from the extender were fine while testing from phones, tablets, and laptops. I am in IT, so I understand the limitations of this type of unit, it's not a Business class AP. Those will autoswitch the device to the strongest AP, where these wont. I think some peoples problems are that they think they are connected to the extender when in fact, they are still connected to the main router. The SSID will show the same for both units, but the MAC addresses are different, so I watch the signal strength indicator on the device I am using. You can test this. Connect to the main WiFi router, then walk to where you have the extender. You should see your signal drop on your device (tablet/phone). Find the "dead" spot, turn off your WiFi (phone/tablet)and then back on. If the extender is working, you will then have a stronger signal than before. I will typically switch to the strongest signal depending on where I am in the home. This unit can still reach the front of the house though. It's not as difficult as it sounds to monitor, you just have to be conscience. For the money, it was well worth it IMO.
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John, not sure if it works well at 5ghz I can tell you that I noticed a reduced speed when using it to extend the range of my dlink router.
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The best connection speed I get with it 2 rooms away is 81. Can't say I've done enough video streaming to give a good opinion on that specifically. IS nice & small, unlike many adapters.
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Hi, My advice is to return that piece of garbage,I bought it but I installed like a month and a half after, the worse router I ever had, very poor signal range, connection drops constantly, I tried to return it but it was too late, I threw 70 bucks to the garbage, if you can, again stay away from that router it will give you many headaches. It is the last time I buy a Netgear product. Good luck!