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Configuring the WRE/AP
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Configuring as a Wireless Range Extender
The WRE/AP can widen your home or office network’s wireless coverage
area. The example below illustrates the use of range extension mode.
In this example, the Wireless Router is set up to connect to a WRE/AP
located in another area. Laptops can roam or move between the two
wireless coverage areas.
Note
: This mode does not operate when using WPA.
Internet
Cable/DSL
Modem
Belkin Wireless G Router
Wireless G Desktop
Network Card
Wireless G Range
Extender/Access Point
Wireless G Notebook
Network Card
Make sure you have the latest version firmware (can be downloaded from
www.belkin.com/networking) on the Wireless Range Extender/Access
Point and the Wireless G Router for proper operation.
You can extend the range of your wireless network by entering the MAC
address of the WRE/AP into the Wireless Router’s Web-Based User
Interface. Please be sure to follow the steps below carefully: