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Using Same SSID as Router
Hi, I know the help within the MyWifiExt application says not to use the same SSID, but doesn't that defeat the purpose of the range extender? Is there an issue if I use the same SSID that the rou...
Dear all
I also want to use the same SSID for my WN2500RP as for my wireless router. I understand from the previous answers that that should be no problem. What I do not understand is how to change the channel for my 2,4GHz band on the WN2500RP. I think it sets itself automatically to the same channel as the router (which only has the 2,4GHz band) and I can't adjust the setting since it's grayed out.
I have tested: If I change the channel on the router, the channel on
WN2500RP is also changed after reconnection.
The reason: I think I need to use the same SSID on both the repeater and router but different channels to get a connected device to be able to switch between the router or repeater, using the one which delivers the best connection for the moment.
Best Regards Frantz
I also want to use the same SSID for my WN2500RP as for my wireless router. I understand from the previous answers that that should be no problem. What I do not understand is how to change the channel for my 2,4GHz band on the WN2500RP. I think it sets itself automatically to the same channel as the router (which only has the 2,4GHz band) and I can't adjust the setting since it's grayed out.
I have tested: If I change the channel on the router, the channel on
WN2500RP is also changed after reconnection.
The reason: I think I need to use the same SSID on both the repeater and router but different channels to get a connected device to be able to switch between the router or repeater, using the one which delivers the best connection for the moment.
Best Regards Frantz