So, moving from RV camp to RV camp, and then back home again, I would like to have a stable router with WiFi settings (currently using an R6700) to light up all my devices, while having a simple means to capture the new locations WiFi signal and light up the stable router. I tried using the EX7000 as a WiFi extender but it doesn't seem to be able to give an IP to the router WAN port. The EX7000 really wants to rebroadcast the WiFi it is receiving but ideally I would like to disable the extenders rebroadcast just send the incoming WiFi signal through an Ethernet connection to the router for my RV internal wireless network. As this doesn't seem possible with my current hardware, I'm looking for any ideas on how to do this that doesn't require a complete router settings overhaul at each new camp. At a minimum, we have 2 Firesticks, 2 laptops, 2 phones, and a tablet or two on the router. The router has an HDD connected that will share content wirelessly on the Firesticks even if there is not an internet connection. We're not necessarily running everything at the same time, bandwidth isn't the issue, it's wanting to be able to use all devices through the single router without changing settings on every device at every stop. Any and all suggestions and info is appreciated!

That's an interesting challenge. If you want to use a standard router set up, then you might not be in the best place to seek help. This section is for Cell Service Mobile Hotspot Modems, AirCards, & Mobile Routers. That might be a good alternative, but it uses the cellphone network rather than local wifi sources. You could also try: Nighthawk Routers with WiFi 6 (AX) - NETGEAR Communities That's a step up from the devices you picked.

If it was me? I'd pick up a cheap gl.inet travel router. You'd leave your R6700 setup in AP mode connected to the gl.inet with the gl.inet being the one you'd configure at each place. I've used them before for travel routers as they have wisp mode (plus others) and work great.

Exactly the kind of info I was looking for, thank you! I had seen some of the tiny "hotel room" units before that your info brings up, but I hadn't identified the type of device they were to be able to search for more options with some of the more powerful units that are out there. I will feedback if I manage to find a unit that works well. Thanks again!

Most RV parks aren't going to have the fastest internet. I picked up a pretty basic AX model and its more than maxed out any hotel/rv park I've been at. the key to look for is WISP mode as that lets you connect to wifi and use it as the WAN connection.

So I ended up with a GL.iNet GL-AX1800 router (Flint) with the WISP functionality, even though they aren't very good about promoting that feature. It's pretty slick for utilizing multiple wired/wireless internet sources all at the same time and either choosing the strongest or balancing across all. Weird startup out of the box, but quickly self adjusted and got up and running pretty easily. So far, after a couple of days, it is working well at my house utilizing the existing wireless network and sharing it as a new wireless network inside the RV. Fingers are crossed for continued success at various campgrounds that all have different methods for WiFi internet access.Swapping to the cellular topic, does anyone have experience with the parabolic antennas for trying to bring in distant cellular signals? I am thinking to add a parabolic on the roof of the RV that goes to a booster brick and then to an antenna within the RV to create a small broadcast area for the cellular signal. This requires refocusing the parabolic at every stop but it *seemed* like the most powerful option out there.

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michaelkenward
Guru
Jul 12, 2023
That's an interesting challenge. If you want to use a standard router set up, then you might not be in the best place to seek help.

This section is for Cell Service Mobile Hotspot Modems, AirCards, & Mobile Routers. That might be a good alternative, but it uses the cellphone network rather than local wifi sources.

You could also try:

Nighthawk Routers with WiFi 6 (AX) - NETGEAR Communities

That's a step up from the devices you picked.
- croooow
  Guide
  Jul 12, 2023
  I looked around but missed the section I posted in, thanks for the heads up! Is there a way to move my post to a different thread or will I just need to repost it elsewhere?
  
  I am actually looking into a separate cell system to pull in/boost the signal for emergencies or when the WiFi in the area is just that bad, but it would be very helpful to have a stable and working WiFi setup as a primary option. At least until one of the roaming satellite services become more viable.
  - michaelkenward
    Guru
    Jul 12, 2023
    croooow wrote:
    
    I am actually looking into a separate cell system to pull in/boost the signal for emergencies or when the WiFi in the area is just that bad....
    
    In that case you picked the right place.

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