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Changing router to extender/repeater

by Dec 30, 2016 12:06PM PST

I apologize if this topic has been discussed before. I currently have a Net Gear WNDR4500 router. I just ordered a new Linksys EA8500 router plus range extender to replace the older router. I don't want to toss out the older one, so I was thinking that I could use this as a repeater/extender for my downstairs living area. Would there be any conflicts with the two different brands? If not, does anyone know of a link that would guide me through the process? I truly appreciate any information on this, and once again apologize if this has been addressed.

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Google "using a router as a WAP".
by Dec 30, 2016 12:54PM PST

Dafydd.

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Changing router to extender/repeater
by bimfi Dec 31, 2016 9:40AM PST

Thank you. That was very helpful!

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Read this CNET article.
by Dafydd Dec 31, 2016 9:48AM PST
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