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Oslo
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Aug 01, 2016
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WNDR4300 as repeater / range extender

I just got a modem with buildt in router from my internet supplier (ZyXEL P8702N). The wifi range is not covering the whole house. I have a Netgear WNDR4300 router that is not in use, and wonder if I can set it up as a wireless repeater / range extender? 

 

  • Netgear routers make poor repeaters/range extenders.  Those that even support it can only do so without the benefit of WPA/WPA2 security.  You can, instead, use the WNDR4300 as a wired Access Point.  If running a wire is impractical, then get a real range extender.

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  • Netgear routers make poor repeaters/range extenders.  Those that even support it can only do so without the benefit of WPA/WPA2 security.  You can, instead, use the WNDR4300 as a wired Access Point.  If running a wire is impractical, then get a real range extender.