Does the Linksys G Range Extender WRE54G work with a Linksys WRT160N Looking for info. Linksys was not sure.
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I got my wrt160n working with the wre54g. All that was required was setting the wrt160n router to bg mode instead of bgn mode. I also had to disable security on the router.
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I'm sorry but I made an error. My model is the WRT610N. With the 610 plugged from jack#2 (I don't know why but all I've read say use jack #2) and plug it into your computer. In your Browser type 192.168.1.100 (the address of the router). In the screen that pops up you'll need to search but but the "N" and "G" (5.4 mHz and 2.4 mHz respectively) are shown on one of the screens (I can't tell you at the moment because I don't have mine plugged in) you'll see both frequencies and you disable the high one. My email is wwgorman@msn.com. Perhaps tomorrow afternoon I can acess the display on my unit and advise you further. Please email me if you need futher information. I'm sorry but I made an error. My model is the WRT610N. With the 610 plugged from jack#2 (I don't know why but all I've read say use jack #2) and plug it into your computer. In your Browser type 192.168.1.100 (the address of the router). In the screen that pops up you'll need to search but but the "N" and "G" (5.4 mHz and 2.4 mHz respectively) are shown on one of the screens (I can't tell you at the moment because I don't have mine plugged in) you'll see both frequencies and you disable the high one. My email is wwgorman@msn.com. Perhaps tomorrow afternoon I can acess... » Read More I'm sorry but I made an error. My model is the WRT610N. With the 610 plugged from jack#2 (I don't know why but all I've read say use jack #2) and plug it into your computer. In your Browser type 192.168.1.100 (the address of the router). In the screen that pops up you'll need to search but but the "N" and "G" (5.4 mHz and 2.4 mHz respectively) are shown on one of the screens (I can't tell you at the moment because I don't have mine plugged in) you'll see both frequencies and you disable the high one. My email is wwgorman@msn.com. Perhaps tomorrow afternoon I can acess the display on my unit and advise you further. Please email me if you need futher information. « Show Less
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I received the same information from Linksys, namely, that they didn't know if the WRE54G will work with the WRT160N. However, in chatting with the technician I mentioned I'm only using "G" and had disabled the "N" channel on setup of the WRT460N. He said this might work so I've ordered one. Check back with me in about 10 days and I'll let you know how I made out. Email: wwgorman@msn.com
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If you wish you can re-enable the security. First set it on the extender and then on the router.I found that the Hawking Technology extender, also sold by Amazon, is easier to set up and is more stable than the Linksys WRE54G. I bought it for my second home this summer and it works so good I am replacing the Linksys unit at my first home.
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I have a Zoom wifi as the main connection and a Linksys WRE54G as the Extender, but for some reason the Linksys is hindering the connection. When the extender is disconnected we have a stronger signal. Does anyone know why this would happen? I'm thinking the extender is just not working at all. We've been fighting to fix this for weeks...
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It works! I have my WRE54G Expander setup with my WRT160N router and am getting 5 bars of signal where without the expander I got only 1 bar. The remote computer is 45 feet away and I am sure you will be good to 50 or 60 feet.
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Well, the WRE54G does affect the speed and generally halves the speed when logging on through that device. Why the signal is reduced may have to do with the security setup and the sequence in which the security was established. It is important that the security be established on the extender first and then the router. I use WEP rather than WPA as I find it easier to use and I believe it is basically as secure unless a very knowledgeable hacker gets on your gets onto your signal. Also, make sure the channel and SSID are the same on the router and extender. I hope this helps.
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Yes, I use the WRT54G with Windows Vista 64 Home Premium and it works without issue.
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No, it will only "extend" existing wireless network generated from your existing router. I purchased one of these but returned it. I have a router with both 2.4G and 5G but the extender only picked up the 2.4G so mind did not work as advertised.Some folk have good luck with these but many of the complaints on the wed describe my situation with the device -- Hope this helps
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M situation was different in that I installed it on a router with only one external antenna. I think it probably depends upon how your range extender is configured. If it simply has two antennas broadcasting identical signals, there probably wouldn't be a problem. If each antenna is dedicated to different frequencies, that may pose some issues. I guess what I would do is replace one antenna and then switch the configuration to the other and see if it works well for you in either. The other approach would simply be to replace both antennas with two Amped powered antennas, which may provide significant advantages. If it/they don't work out, you can simply return them for a refund. I hope that helps. Good luck.
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don't know, but it did not help my signal. I then bought the Netgear range extender and it works great!
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I didn't get an answer from Linksys, but for a while I had a CIT400 and a Netgear SPH200D and had no trouble pairing the Netgear handset with the CIT400. I would expect the SPH200D's extra handset (SPH150D) would work equally well (until either Linksys or Netgear does something to explicitely break things)
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Our extenders work with all standard Wi-Fi routers (IEEE and Wi-Ficertified). Unfortunately there are some rare cases where our extenders maynot work with non-standard routers or routers with altered firmware such asthose from 3rd party sources or proprietary firmware, such as those fromcertain ISPs.
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It works fine with other routers. I have it connected to my D-Link DGL-4300 with no issues.
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Yes. I routinely use the WRT54GL with Vista.Basically, any wireless system that uses the 802.11g standard (which is nearly any wireless-equipped computer today) will be compatible with this, or any other "g" router, regardless of the operating system one uses. For example, I use Windows XP, Vista, Linux, Mac OS X, an iPod Touch, and an HP wifi-enabled printer with my router and none of those systems have any problems connecting to the wireless network.
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The device itself should work with no problems, however you should check with linksys to see if their own software is compatible(it most likely is).
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We have a variety of range extenders: RE1000, RE2000, RE3000, RE4000 and RE6500. The best range extender for will depend on what type of wireless network you have. If you have dual-band router, you can choose between RE2000, RE4000 and RE6500. Powerline adapters also helps you extend your WiFi network by making use of your electrical connection. For more details, check the links below: Powerline Adapters: http://kb.linksys.com/Linksys/ukp.aspx?pid=80&vw=1&articleid=17151 Product comparison chart for Linksys range extenders: http://kb.linksys.com/Linksys/ukp.aspx?pid=80&app=vw&vw=1&login=1&json=1&docid=728b4d6a49b64beda1b0ec60ffcd7621_Product_Comparison_Chart_for_Linksys_Range_Extenders.xml& This should also help you out: http://www.linksys.com/en-us/wireless/build/my/network The difference between 200Mbps and 500Mbps is that the latter is faster in terms of transfer rate than the former.
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I'm not sure it would help you much. Range extenders must get a good signal from a wireless router to work properly. If they receive a good signal from the router they rebroadcast it and thereby extend the range.
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I used to have Cisco WRT54G router to work with this repeater. I noticed that the entire wireless network slowed down to under 10Mbps, while the cable service rate is 50Mbps. Recently I switched to Netgear AC router, and found that only those devices connected to this repeater got downgraded in data rate while others connected to the main AC router remained at 50Mbps.
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Our extenders work with all standard Wi-Fi routers (IEEE and Wi-Fi certified). Unfortunately there are some rare cases where our extenders may not work with non-standard routers or routers with altered firmware such as those from 3rd party sources or proprietary firmware, such as those from certain ISPs.
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I was using the Linksys model WRT54GL on a laptop with Vista Home Premium. Had no problem with itconnecting and was getting a solid connection. This model should do the same.
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Not true. All it does is listen for 802.11g a signals and rebroadcasts it. However, a better option would be to buy a Linksys WRT54GL and install the DD-WRT firmware on it. You can then configure it to operate in bridge, repeater, or router mode. See http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Repeater_Bridge. The result will cost less, but do more. :-)
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Would not use this long antenna with any router. It is worthless. It does not extend the WIFI range of a router. The best product to extend the WIFI range of a router is the LINKSYS AC1200 MAX WI-FI Range Extender.