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NETGEAR - Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender with Ethernet port
NETGEAR - Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender with Ethernet port
NETGEAR Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender: Broaden your network connection with a range extender that gives you extra Wi-Fi coverage in your home. Smart LED indicators will direct you to the optimal location to plug the extender into the wall, so you can easily enjoy improved range and speed on your mobile and wired devices. Save on data usage by connecting your smartphone or tablet to your home network.
 
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Posted by: OldITguy
on February 8, 2015
Once I got it working, it creates better coverage than my old Netgear WNDR3700 BGN router from 2011. Apparently, you cannot use MAC filtering at all with this device and it is necessary to use a network cable to configure successfully. I also had to do a firmware upgrade to get it all ironed out. So after 4 hours of piddling around with it here are rest of the setup instructions:
You must turn MAC filtering off it you are using it.
Your wireless SSID must be broadcast. If it isn't, neither the setup wizard nor manual setup will ever recognize and connect with the network.
Check the Netgear support site for firmware upgrade (which must be done with a network cable#
Finally, successful configuration happens quickly with the network cable plugged in #note: the default address for the Extender is 192.168.1.250)
Once you get through setup, it work fantastic..
I would recommend this to a friend!
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NETGEAR - Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender with Ethernet port
NETGEAR - Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender with Ethernet port
NETGEAR Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender: Broaden your network connection with a range extender that gives you extra Wi-Fi coverage in your home. Smart LED indicators will direct you to the optimal location to plug the extender into the wall, so you can easily enjoy improved range and speed on your mobile and wired devices. Save on data usage by connecting your smartphone or tablet to your home network.
 

where should i put the device next to my router or the opposite side of the house

It should be away from your router, but within range. it will extend coverage. think of it as 2 circles that overlap slightly but don't lay on top of each other
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