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NO INTERNET ACCESS but Connected to EXTENDER
Hello all, I am an IT Guy having issues with a Customer's Wireless Network. I recently implemented the WN2500RP and things were good for a few days. Then I got complaints that that Laptops and IPa...
Bthomson wrote: I'm having similar issues as you did WizzkidDv. Did changing out the wn2500rp solve the problem?
Well, to be clear WN2500RP is no longer a part of my Network. I gave up trying to make it work. I am pushing for an RMA just incase it's a faulty device (but I think it's a design flaw).
My Solution: I disabled Wireless on my Main Router and installed EnGenius EAP300 Access Point with Ethernet Cable. And let me tell ya, it kicks butt. Just 1 AP handles the entire site. Before this, we had a High Gain Router AND this Netgear Extender.
Don't fall for this Repeater / Extender business. Tough it out and run a hard wire.