WiFi extender as access point

Question

This device was originally set up as extender to blu-ray player.&nbsp; I would now like to configure it as access point so to move desktop away from Comcast router.&nbsp; The only thing I can find on the router for identification is "Dual Band WiFi 802.11ac&nbsp; XB3".&nbsp; Before going in depth I'd like to establish that what I'm trying to do is possible.&nbsp; Can I do this?
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desktop PC &lt;-cat5-&gt; WN3000RPv3&nbsp; &lt;-wifi-&gt;&nbsp; Comcast router&nbsp; &lt;-cat5-&gt;&nbsp; Internet
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I did not configure the device, SIL did that, but I believe I have successfully reset to factory default via hidden pushbutton on the underside.
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Christian_R · Answer

Hello dougp24,&nbsp;

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Please refer to page 15 of the manual. To use the extender in access point mode, the extender would need to be wired to the router.&nbsp;

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http://www.downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/WN3000RPV3/WN3000RPv3_UM_25Aug2015.pdf

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~Christian&nbsp;

dougp24 · Answer

Looks like it cannot be used for my purpose, then.&nbsp; Thank you.

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WiFi extender as access point

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