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How to log into a WN3000RPv3 after it is up and running as an access point ?
I'm logged on to my network via the WN3000RPv3 configured as an access point. But I can't figure out how to log on to it so that I miht check the firware version and other things. I didn't have...
log into your router and look at its attached devices list (or equivelent). It should list the IP address for the access point. Use that IP address to access it.
log into your router and look at its attached devices list (or equivelent). It should list the IP address for the access point. Use that IP address to access it.
Thanks for the reply.
I logged into the access point and although the "status" selection reads that the access point is up and running nothing that I was able to find, shows if any specific devices are using it.
But of course it wouldn't be the first time I have missed something.
And as you state, changing the name of the access point to make it unique does indeed allow me to tell what divice is connected to it.
That written, my goal in setting up this access point (and then 7 more once I have this first one working) is really to support my android devices. (Phones, tablets and such) and a few Windows laptops as well.
I intend to set these access points up though my house and surronding property (garage, deck, barn) and then as I move anywhere within the network my android devices will automatically connect to the strongest access point signal.
I'm unsure how the Windows based devices willl handle switching access points if I move them from one physical location to another on my network.
In the event a laptop is experiencing an Internet connection issue I was looking to learn how I might, in short order, determin if the laptop is connectied directly to my router or one of the access points (and specifically which access point.).
If you have any additional suggestions \ advice, I'm be very greatful to hear it.
Thanks again for the reply.
You're planning on add 7x access points? Of the WN3000rpv3?
You might do better with less access points but higher quality. That device is fairly old and low performing.
how big is the home?
What materials is it made of?
Good morning from a snowy Wisconsin.
Your absolutly correct when you suggest fewer but higher quality access points might work better than 7 Wn3000RPv3's.
I just happened to have 2 WN3000RPv3's that were not being used so I though I would get them up and running as access points
A prototype before I actually went out and purchased higher quality access points.
I have learned a LOT from the community replies to my posts while I was setting up the two WN3000RPv3's that I have.
I HOPE the same overall setup and configuration procedures would apply with newer models of any access points that I purchase.
I'm in no hurry to get this little project completed, it's just something I wanted to get done during our long cold snowy Wisconsin winter.
So, I can take my time.
After purchase I can install, test and measure as I go along so that I don't end up purchasing more access points that I would actually need.