Will this work as an access point easily? Want to extend my wired network to the patio, & would like that switch to be used on the end of the wire.
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yes there are multiple outputs, but I would just use it as the wireless router it was intended to be.after looking at the one posted I have a different unit
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It's not going to work as access point but TP link has another small unit which has access point capability , signal enhancer and router all in one and cost wise is heap also and I am using that perfectly
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Yes it does work as an access point. But it is intended to be used as a bridge. Ie.. From one building to another.
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You can use this switch in an installation with only 2 wires. I have used a few of these devices over many years. While they are very handy, to me they seem to be fragile and sometimes die during/after a storm. I like them because they work in a normal wall box. Allen
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I use it as a wired access point Call Netgear and have them walk you through the set up
978860
Using an AP as repeater is not a very good idea as throughoutput will be limited. Unless it is absolutely impossible to get a cable where you need it, wire it to your network, use the same SSID and EXACTLY THE SAME security protocol of your other AP, and you'll have extended the coverage of your wifi.
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I am a it pro and personally I would save your money. I have use a bunch of different antennas and I have seen very little change. a better access point is a much better option. if you are trying to go between building I like engenius outdoor access point if it is inside I like a dlink dap1522. if you use either of theses you want to set them up with a static ip they are much easier that way,
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This particular unit is not rated for outdoor use. Look for more information here:"http://www.engeniustech.com/business/Directory/business-networking/outdoor-access-points-client-bridges_c89_m331/&quo;t;Another good option is to search for outdoor access point. With the proper placement (surge protection recommended) this will throw a good signal across your yard. Check your neighbors to make sure you don't cause interference.
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Too many unknowns (distance/topography/power/etc). I'd recommend contacting a local IT company to do a site survey. BTW, these specific APs are not designed for outdoor use. See Ubiquiti UniFI AP Outdoor 2x2 MIMO Access Point 802.11bgn
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Actually Luc Roy, Your wrong... This switch can be powered from a POE switch. I plugged this switch into a Meraki 24Port POE switch this morning and was using 7W of power to power the switch. It Than also powered to Access Points. Hope this helps.
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Hi,If you want to use it as a router Yes!But first you have to setup the connection next to the main router to create the network, since the Amped Wireless has to detect the signal up to 80% and once done the setup you can disconnect it and moved to other place like your garage-office.All is well explained in the one page manual.Good luck!!PS: for me this router worked perfectly.
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Yes and no. The beam-width of the signal isn't wide enough to cover a large area. You can configure it as an AP and cover a wedge of area. It isn't as simple as connecting the ethernet cable, you have to configure the device.
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No it won't work. This switch is designed to power network devices which are PoE compliant (such as network cameras, some Wi-Fi routers, etc.). Check Wikipedia for more info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_over_Ethernet
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If you can get Power Over Ethernet (POE) from a Netgear switch (which you probably can, I didn't look into it) then you should be fine. I wanted the least amount of headaches possible with this setup and parts that were 'proven' to work. I went with it and all worked as advertised. I'm not sure what else is out there re: POE switches, but all the components required for this project worked and continue to work and was an item in my queue for longer than I care to think. The fact that it's behind me has paid for itself in my opinion.
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Of course it can do the job while working in Access Point (AP) mode. See the switch button on the back of the device.
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Tim , I reread your question , apologies . if your extending your wifi , this is not the item . This bridge can extend your wired lan , but its a bridge and upstream are wired connections , downstream is your router on wifi .
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Yes, I have a similar configuration now. You'll need one non-poe port to hook to the router which will be your uplink. Then, you can use the extra non-poe ports for whatever you want.
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It is my understanding that it CAN be used as an access point, but you'd have to install Arch Linux and the necessary software. You'd also need a USB wi-fi dongle that operates under linux (they don't all work). So before you go down that road make sure that you have all of the parts that will work together --- and that the tine and effort (not to mention the costs) are worth it. As a hobby, OK. But to replace a $20 access point?