Will the device pickup a local WiFi signal at an airport or a hotel? If so can I plug my own router into the cat 5 slot so I can use my router signal?
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This device will pickup any wifi signal (hotel,airport, home wifi). You don't need to plug in your router in this device because this device itself can act as a router/repeater. Please download the product brochure to see various ways this device can be used.Also you will need to plug it in power outlet to use it and also need some laptop/tablet to set it up. Hope that helps.
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There are 5 modes for this router. You can use a wired connection and make it a wireless access point and you can have it repeat a wireless signal with no wired connections at all to extend the range or to be an additional access point. This router will do what you are looking for, it was designed for that and more.
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I did that this weekend. I figured I had better control over the security of my own wifi then if I use the hotels. Plus, the internet speed was a little bit quicker having my own hotspot close by.
174189
Yes it works well at hotels. All you do is open the app and use it to access the network. I love this device. Wouldn't travel without it.
1993102
The answer is yes. I use mine when traveling. I wifi my hotel room and sometimes conference rooms. I run my phone, laptop and nook at the same time. It comes with a network cable and power adapter. Plug it in and your device will"see" the router, enter the password and your connected.
1039432
In the described situation this would not work as a wireless repeater because of the poor quality signal. If there was a wired connection in the room you could use this to convert that to a strong wireless signal. There aren't any products that will help you correct poor signal strength at a hotel. The only options that exist are connecting via a wired connection if offered by the hotel, relocating closer to their wireless access point or connecting via an air card or hotspot that uses a 3g or 4g cellular connection.
199546
Yes...it depends on the type of connection you are using. My husband is staying in a long term hotel and using the free WiFi and he has troubles keeping a connection. However, at home, connecting to our router, he has no problems at all. Keep looking for a stronger connection.
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This is a Travel Router that when plugged into the internet service in the hotel room using an Ethernet cable, the router acts as a WIFI Hot Spot. If you have one or more laptops that has been configured to work with this router at home those laptops will work with this WIFI setup anywhere you can get internet connection. Some hotels only provide an Ethernet connection and if you have more than one device that needs to connect to the internet, then this router will create the WIFI hotspot.I hope this helps. ! ! !
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From my experience this would need a LAN cable or a USB Stick to be able to produce a wifi signal. I will try to check for you in the coming days and will let you know
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Mark, No need for AT&T...; The device looks for nearby WIFI signals such as at your local library, McDonalds, apartments, ect. Some people use them at campgrounds / hotels where WIFI is provided so they can work from their trailer or car rather than go in and eat at the place... It will also work on your neighbors WIFI if it is unlocked. You are basically using their signal. The range is limited depending on the straight line theory. Some of these devices can go to a 1/2 mile or more... Read others comments as to the range and problems they have encountered. This device is fragile, so don't bang it around.... Mark, No need for AT&T...; The device looks for nearby WIFI signals such as at your local library, McDonalds, apartments, ect. Some people use them at campgrounds / hotels where WIFI is provided so they can work from their trailer or car rather than go in and eat at the place... It will also work on your neighbors WIFI if it is unlocked. You are basically using their signal. The range is limited depending on the straight line theory. Some of these devices can go to a 1/2 mile or more... Read others comments as to the range and problems they have encountered. This device is fragile, so don't... » Read More Mark, No need for AT&T...; The device looks for nearby WIFI signals such as at your local library, McDonalds, apartments, ect. Some people use them at campgrounds / hotels where WIFI is provided so they can work from their trailer or car rather than go in and eat at the place... It will also work on your neighbors WIFI if it is unlocked. You are basically using their signal. The range is limited depending on the straight line theory. Some of these devices can go to a 1/2 mile or more... Read others comments as to the range and problems they have encountered. This device is fragile, so don't bang it around.... « Show Less
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I tested it out on my home wifi which uses WPA security and a password. The interface is a bit of a pain so it does take some getting used to. Also you have to know what security protocols (IE WPA, WPA2, WEP) is being used. The router can not figure that out on its own like a PC or Tablet can. In the end it worked just fine with my home network with security. If you are at a hotel you might need to ask them what security protocol they use.
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I had the same question, when you connect it as directed you can be LAN (USB) and it will also produce a wifi signal for those devices. It does both or either one as needed. Mine was bought used and works great.
1406792
You can use the antenna on your router, most likely. The full USB+Antenna unit is for a computer though, and has fantastic range.
1900142
Agree with Marc Swindle... there is no hardware setup required (although instructions will encourage you to plug it into a Mac or Win laptop to personalize and register, but this is not necessary). Instead, just plug it into a USB charger for power (like for your phone), plug in the Cat5 cable, then wifi connect your iPad/Android tablet using the "Supervisor Code" stamped on the side of the router. You can adjust settings wirelessly as needed. Also note: Even in hotels without a hardwire Ethernet, the router will also talk to a wireless connection and will repeat to your devices.
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Yes, definitely you will get great signal. Your speeds will be very similar as if you had your wireless needing device next to the router. Hopes this helps
840904
I only use it to extend the wifi signal in vacation homes we rent. So to answer your question I don't know, sorry.
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it would depend on what the signal is going through. But lets just say this device is stronger than your normal wifi router by 2X. You wont be disappointed!
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As long as you have a compatible wireless router, it will pick up a wireless signal from it, no ethernet cable required.
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it just hooks to your present ethernet and sends a wifi signal. any pc with wireless capability will pick it up, Phones, Ipads, tablets etc, pick it up right away. It worked for me on my home ethernet, and both my brothers ethernet at their homes. Any ethernet you plug into becomes wireless no fees. The hardest part for me was reading the print on bottom for the password. I read a zero as a capital O, Once I figgered that out all was as simple as one can ask for.