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Tarikzeybek109's avatar
Apr 27, 2023

Can’t enable “wireless repeater function”

I try to enable the “wireless repeating function” mode but I look through the instructions, and I don’t have the mode “router/AP/bridge/repeating mode”. The modes I have in advanced setup are advanced wireless settings, wireless access point, port forwarding/port triggering, dynamic DNS, VPN service, static routes, web services management, USB settings, UPnP, IPv6, traffic meter, LED control settings, and VLAN/bridge settings. This is all I have except for the buttons I want. Is there any way I can get these modes

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  • Tarikzeybek109 wrote:
    I try to enable the “wireless repeating function” mode but I look through the instructions, and I don’t have the mode “router/AP/bridge/repeating mode”. The modes I have in advanced setup are advanced wireless settings, wireless access point, port forwarding/port triggering, dynamic DNS, VPN service, static routes, web services management, USB settings, UPnP, IPv6, traffic meter, LED control settings, and VLAN/bridge settings. This is all I have except for the buttons I want. Is there any way I can get these modes

    What is the specific model number of your router?  Look on the label.

     

    The wireless repeater function is not a feature on all models.

      • Kitsap's avatar
        Kitsap
        Master

        Tarikzeybek109 wrote:
        I have the nighthawk R6260

        The manual for your router is available from the Downloads section at the top of this page.  Feed in your model number.

        A quick review indicated the wireless repeater function is not a feature of your model.  There is no way to "add" a feature to a router.

         

         

         

         

  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User

    That is a base model device. I doubt it has a repeater/extender mode if you've checked under the advanced tab---->advanced setup---->modes

    1. If your WiFi booster is not working, ensure all power cables and ethernet connections are firmly in place. Next, ensure that your router and network extender are on the most current firmware version to avoid lingering software bugs. Last, move your WiFi extender closer to your wireless router.