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KlsNet
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May 20, 2024

setting up an access point

I would like to extend the Wi-fi range of my home's current Router (model R6400) by connecting it to a new Netgear Access Point device. (Rather than purchase a mesh system). The new Access Point would be connected to my Router by an ethernet cable. 

     1) Is it possible to give the Access Point the same password as my current network and set it up so that someone moving around would have a seamless Wi-Fi connection? 

     2) If so, are there instructions available on how best to set this uniform password up? 

     3) Could someone recommend a suitable Netgear device that would only need serve as an Access Point?