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Andrewdr's avatar
Andrewdr
Aspirant
Mar 22, 2017

Extending PLW1000 wifi with a WN3000RP

I used my WN3000 with the previous ADSL2+ network.

I have now got a faster (NBN 25MBs) service with PLW1000 extenders.

If possible, I want to utilise the WN to extend the signal a bit further.

So far, I have been unsuccessful as the WN wants to keep its old address (which no longer exists) instead of automatically finding and connecting with the new PLW ......_EXT address.

1) Are the 2 extenders compatible?

2) if yes, how can I change the address and get it ti talk with the PLW?

Any assistance appreciated

Andrew

Troubleshooting

3 Replies

  • DarrenM's avatar
    DarrenM
    Sr. NETGEAR Moderator
    Mar 23, 2017

    Hello andrewdr

     

    Its really not recommended to connect extenders to other extenders can cause some issues and speed loss. Have you tried to factory reset the extender then connect it to the powerline?

     

    DarrenM

    • Andrewdr's avatar
      Andrewdr
      Aspirant
      Mar 24, 2017

      Thanks Darren

      Yes I have reset.

      I will try connecting direct to the computer and typing in the url if I can find it ☺

      What are the problems you refer to about connecting it to the plw?

      A loss of speed is not an issue in this case as it is just to get reasonable tablet access at the end of the house.

      Cheers

      Andrew

      • DarrenM's avatar
        DarrenM
        Sr. NETGEAR Moderator
        Mar 24, 2017

        Hello Andrewdr

         

        Yea it can cause some speed issues but if your not worried about that should work.

         

        DarrenM