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Vespasion
Tutor
Apr 07, 2020

Net gear Bridge

I just bought a set of Wireless Bridges to help my orbi signal jump to another house.  I had to purchase the activation code separately for these 2 units.

What the hell?  I never heard of such a thing in all my life. I recall that whenever I have purchased hardware or software, the activation code or key came with it.  I dont get this?

 

I have been purchasing from netgear for years along with other brands and never heard of such a thing.  Does anyone know what this is all about?

What is the reasoning behind this?

Thanks

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  • FURRYe38's avatar
    FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Apr 07, 2020

    I recommennd you post this in this forum for help and information:

    https://community.netgear.com/t5/WiFi-Range-Extenders-Nighthawk/bd-p/home-wifi-range-extenders

    Review the user manuals and QIG manuals as well for setup instructions. 

    Vespasion wrote:

    I just bought a set of Wireless Bridges to help my orbi signal jump to another house.  I had to purchase the activation code separately for these 2 units.

    What the hell?  I never heard of such a thing in all my life. I recall that whenever I have purchased hardware or software, the activation code or key came with it.  I dont get this?

     

    I have been purchasing from netgear for years along with other brands and never heard of such a thing.  Does anyone know what this is all about?

    What is the reasoning behind this?

    Thanks