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ColinD's avatar
ColinD
Follower
Jun 25, 2020

EX770

Hey

 

I have an EX7700 mesh which has two ethernet connections in the back, no yellow internet connection. Can I run an ethernet cable direct from my router into one socket, another out the next socket into my PC and still use the EX7700 as an extender? Or does it effectivly become a new WIFI router sending out signal, or neither? 

 

I have done the above and my PC works but I cannot connect to the WIFI at all anymore though other devices.

 

Thanks in advance, any assistance appreciated, abuse also enjoyed.

 

Colin

 

3 Replies

  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jun 26, 2020

    If you hardwire in the extender to your router (a good choice), you do need to re-run setup and set it up for access point mode instead of extender mode. 

  • JDuRieu's avatar
    JDuRieu
    Aspirant
    Sep 01, 2020

    how do i link 2 X6 Tri band wifi extenders together i want one upstairs and one downstairs?

    • plemans's avatar
      plemans
      Guru - Experienced User
      Sep 01, 2020

      JDuRieu If you start your own thread, we're happy to help. thread jumping is against the user guidelines.