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DaveinHenderson
Aug 13, 2022Aspirant
Booster vs. Extender in existing network
I want to increase the strength of my existing Wi-Fi signal in part of my house (network is Net Gear Nighthawk), but not create separate networks. I bought an EX6120 Extender and on page 5 of the st...
DaveinHenderson
Aug 14, 2022Aspirant
Thanks for the input. Unfortunately, to use it in the point of access mode requires that I connect it to my router via an ethernet cable (page 15 of the user manual). I might end up having to string a cable.
plemans
Aug 15, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Your device isn't a mesh extender.
In access point mode, its smart roaming features are disabled.
so if you want something with a single ssid solution and smart roaming, you need to upgrade to at least the next step up (ex6150, would recommend v2 if you go that route) or better.