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7stud
Aspirant
Jul 29, 2011

WN3000RP extender -- computer can't see extender network

Hi, After doing a WPS setup(click WPS button on router, click WPS button on extender), my imac 10.6.7 can't see ANY networks with '_EXT' on the end of the name. Namely, my imac can't see a network...
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drgadget
Aspirant
Jul 30, 2011
7stud wrote:
Hi,

Thanks for the response. How do I set up the extender with "standard" encryption?


I am using a WNDR4000 dual band router and had Wireless Access Control activated on both the router and Extender. No go. Another user suggested I turn off WAC on the router and then all worked fine.

I am using WPA2-PSK encryption and that works great.

What do mean by 'standard' encryption? Today, I'd say WPA2-PSK (AES) is the standard. But of you are using WinXP and/or an older piece of hardware, then you may need to use WEP.

Any help?