I want to connect to my existing wifi using this device then stream a new SSID. Will the devices on the new ssid have internet from my main wifi?
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I am using two of these devices to stream wireless video (CCTV/CCCD) feeds to a 2.4/5Ghz router. That router, in turn, is connected by cable to the main system router that connects to the DSL modem for the internet. All cameras have internet connections. Note: Your main router must connect at 5Ghz.
1986882
Yes you can... I have a corporate and Guest network on both of our AP's... When you first configure the install wizard gives you a choice to configure Guest.. Anyways you configure each SSID for whatever VLAN network you need it on.. BTW.. I'm really impressed with the device, The controller software and their support.. This was the first time using UniFi...
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Depends. It is not a 3G unit (which would require an account with a wireless provider anyway). This device will create a wifi connection as long as you have a wired internet connection available to plug into. You may also be able to use as a repeater for an existing weak wifi signal.
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I had the same question, and so far from exeriments the answer seems to be no. Specifically if you set it up as a wireless client, it will act as a hub rebroadcasting wireless (on a new SSID) to other wireless clients, but it doesn't allow access from a 'wired client' connected to the ethernet socket.. (Which is a shame). Wonder if this might be fixable with a firmware upgrade? Would make the box even more useful...
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The unit plugs into your existing internet service via your router. Ideally, you'll collaborate with all your neighbors using everyone's internet service, each plugged into an Open Mesh transmitter- ideally there's some diversity in ISPs -to create a robust neighborhood WiFi mesh. I used two units, one in my house, the other in the gatehouse to provide an extended WiFi zone around my house and yard. Very pleased.
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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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you should be able to use your old SSID. But don't sweat it because they have an excellent support dept. They can walk you through anything.
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I found it better to use a different ssid. This way your devices in the farthest reaches if your house are guaranteed to use the repeater and not accidently connect to the router. I have no issues with laptops and phones seamlessly transitioning.
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Yes, you can. I am currently using 3 in different locations. You can either use them as individual access points, (names), or just your current SSID. Hope this helps.
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Yes....my Wifi devices just go from one WAP to another seamlessly and everything is on one single SSID
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you access your main router using its SSID, then you set a SSID for the new router--you can use any ID you want, even the same as your original/main router. It will name it with a RE extension. Range Extender. I've used the help line and they are extremely helpful. I'd call the manufacturer: (888) 573-8820 they are very helpful.
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Yes, the WifiSD creates it's own private SSID and doesn't require connecting to an existing wireless network. (Although it is possible to tell the WifiSD to connect to an existing wifi network so that you could access it from your device while continuing to have Internet access as well. I've never quite gotten that feature working for me but it wasn't a primary use case for me so I didn't try very hard.
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As long as you put your router ssid in the config for this device it will work fine. It does not need to be broadcasted.
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I hope I am understanding your question, but one of its operating modes is as a router - that is how I use it. It connects one side to an existing wired network and then creates a wireless network with its own SSID. Any wifi device can then connect to that network and through it to the main network. This is the way I use it - to connect to say a hotel wired network and allow all my wifi devices to then connect through it.
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Yes. There are two apps for this device one is got wifi only and the other is for non-wifi. I have yet to access the non-wifi app so I don't know how it looks. But I do know the capability is there. Both apps use your IP address to set up and a password to access if desired.
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If I understand your question, you're asking whether you can add another wifi access point to your existing Poweline set up. If so, then yes--that's exactly what I did. In my original set up I put the wifi unit in my home office. Coverage in the master bedroom was poor so I bought another 2 unit kit and plugged the wifi unit from it into a receptacle in the bedroom. It installed exactly like the first one did. No problems at all. The only negative is that I have an unused unit (the one that connects to the router) sitting in a drawer. Oh well, guess it's a spare...
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If I have an exisiting Wireless Network, can this device connect to it wirelessly?