What is the difference between this device and a "Wi-Fi Range Extender" such as Amped Wireless REA20? Does this device with an existing Wi-Fi network?
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This is an access point only. It does not route or NAT. It needs to be behind a router/firewall of some kind. It only bridges wifi devices to an existing network.
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A Range Extender repeats an existing wireless signal wirelessly. An Access Point has to be hardwired into the source it is trying to repeat.
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Extender amplifies a wi-fi network. Access point creates a wi-fi network from a wired network, meaning you need an ethernet cable in, to get wi fi out. The biggest pros is that it starts from a perfect signal, and also there's less interference and lost packages than an extender wi fi -> wi fi. The con is you need an Ethernet cable at the point you plan to put the access point at. If you can get the cables there, I definitely recommend the access point instead of the Extender.
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Extender amplifies a wi-fi network. Access point creates a wi-fi network from a wired network, meaning you need an ethernet cable in, to get wi fi out. The biggest pros is that it starts from a perfect signal, and also there's less interference and lost packages than an extender wi fi -&gt; wi fi. The con is you need an Ethernet cable at the point you plan to put the access point at. If you can get the cables there, I definitely recommend the access point instead of the Extender.
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This device is a WAP (wireless access point) which takes an internet signal from a wired source and produces a wireless signal or a 'hotspot'. A range extender receives its internet signal from another wireless source such as a WAP or hotspot and amplifies and re-transmits it to extend the range of wireless coverage to areas where your wireless coverage is weak.
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I am pleased with the Amped wireless extender. It actually works as its own wireless internet connector after a wireless connection to the main router. It extends the range of the main router to areas that otherwise had limited connection. It actually becomes its own internet connector. For example, my smart TV in a room some distance from the primary router now has internet connection that I could no previously receive.
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HI, this is a power line adapter, IT does not have a wifi repeater or AP function. Your wireless signal will not be increased because this is a pure wired solution to extend your network range. If you want a power line solution to extend your wireless, I suggest something else.A powerline adapter that extends your wireless range, check out this kits on amazon: TP-LINK TL-WPA4220KIT ADVANCED 300Mbps Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender, Repeater, AV500 Powerline Edition. Search for that
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Look I'm not a expert. But this is an extender which extends the signal from your access point.You better call Amped Wireless, they are friendly and professional.
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I don't have Verizon Fios, but you have to understand the point of the repeater is extend your wireless signal. Assuming you are running a wireless network at home, the repeater will allow you to get or extend that wireless signal to places you don't already have it. If you're using Verizon just for wireless tv, you should check if you need Verizon hardware to access that signal. But if you're using Verizon for your wireless tablets or laptops, the repeater should work for extending that signal. Difficulty? If you can find your SSID and password for your wireless network, no problem. If you don't know what that is, have someone else do it.
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As far as using as a wifi range extender, I did not see an option for this, I just got a range extender from the local electronic store for about 20 bucks.
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The answer is no. The REA20 unit is not a router, it is an extender. It receives the signal wirelessly, or wired and retransmit the signal. In my house I have a Linksys router and REA20 in a different corner of the house. There is no physical wire between the units. It works very well and it is very easy to setup.
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From what I've read the extenders just give you a stronger signal for longer distances. Other then that I think you are asking if you need to either buy another unit for three units or if it just gives you a stronger and longer distance control???Don't quite understand the question and am not familiar with the extenders. Maybe a Tech at Amazon can help........
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I'm afraid that I'm not certain of the answer. The WN802T is only an access point, and not really a range extender. I don't find the range much better than my old WAP. But since you already have a WAP in your WPN824v3, I don't know that the additonal WAP will give you any benefit.
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HI, this is a power line adapter, IT does not have a wifi repeater or AP function. Your wireless signal will not be increased because this is a pure wired solution to extend your network range. If you want a power line solution to extend your wireless, I suggest something else. A powerline adapter that extends your wireless range, check out this kits on amazon: TP-LINK TL-WPA4220KIT ADVANCED 300Mbps Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender, Repeater, AV500 Powerline Edition. Search for that
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Hi. This will extend your wifi from downstairs to the 2nd floor so that you have "full bars" again. My router is in the basement and my extender is on the main floor and my laptop works great on the upper floor. Hope that helps!
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no, the device picks up you wifi signal from your router and retransmits it to extend your range. i have one and it works great
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The answer is no.The REA20 unit is not a router, it is an extender. It receives the signal wirelessly, or wired and retransmit the signal.In my house I have a Linksys router and REA20 in a different corner of the house. There is no physical wire between the units. It works very well and it is very easy to setup.
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In my experience Wi-Fi extenders are transmitters and not receivers. If your extender is only a transmitter it must be connected to your modem or router, either directly or through a network connection. Looking at other reviews I suspect you need to purchase a Panasonic Wi-Fi dongle.
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I placed mine 2 floors below my wireless router in my finished basement, and it works fine--my signal strength there was 80%; the distance depends upon the strength of the signal coming from your router; you want to be sure, according to the instructions, that the signal strength at the range extender is at least 70% (it shows you this on the dashboard when you connect to the device). And once you have gone through setup and connected to the extended network, you can unplug the device and try it in different places without having to reconnect. The extender remembers your original settings. Really a freaking nice device, at least for me. Took less than 10 minutes to set up at a leisurely pace. I placed mine 2 floors below my wireless router in my finished basement, and it works fine--my signal strength there was 80%; the distance depends upon the strength of the signal coming from your router; you want to be sure, according to the instructions, that the signal strength at the range extender is at least 70% (it shows you this on the dashboard when you connect to the device). And once you have gone through setup and connected to the extended network, you can unplug the device and try it in different places without having to reconnect. The extender remembers your original settings.... » Read More I placed mine 2 floors below my wireless router in my finished basement, and it works fine--my signal strength there was 80%; the distance depends upon the strength of the signal coming from your router; you want to be sure, according to the instructions, that the signal strength at the range extender is at least 70% (it shows you this on the dashboard when you connect to the device). And once you have gone through setup and connected to the extended network, you can unplug the device and try it in different places without having to reconnect. The extender remembers your original settings. Really a freaking nice device, at least for me. Took less than 10 minutes to set up at a leisurely pace. « Show Less
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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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You can use it for either. If you use it as a 'repeater' it shows up the exact same way as it would if you were hooking up to your existing WiFi network. If you use it as a 'bridge' it uses your existing WiFi to create a new WiFi network. Both ways work fine.