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I need a tech-splanation
Everyone...I need a tech-splanation.
What is the difference in a wireless access point versus a wireless range extender versus a wireless bridge?
I have a wrt54g wireless router and want to spread the signal around our three building campus that sits right next to each other building....
What of those three pieces of equipment do I need to run?
All is linksys manufacture that I am speaking of.
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RC
What is the difference in a wireless access point versus a wireless range extender versus a wireless bridge?
I have a wrt54g wireless router and want to spread the signal around our three building campus that sits right next to each other building....
What of those three pieces of equipment do I need to run?
All is linksys manufacture that I am speaking of.
Thanks
RC
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This is kind of a guess but my understanding is that the WAP is the device other devices use to connect to the internet or the local server. A Wireless Range Extender is basically a repeater, goes from the edge of the WAP's range and reboosts the signal to an additional area. I think a bridge connects 2 devices such as WAP's that wouldn't otherwise talk to each other.
I doubt you would need a bridge.
Someone might correct me though.
I doubt you would need a bridge.
Someone might correct me though.
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Originally Posted by Buckarcher
This is kind of a guess but my understanding is that the WAP is the device other devices use to connect to the internet or the local server. A Wireless Range Extender is basically a repeater, goes from the edge of the WAP's range and reboosts the signal to an additional area. I think a bridge connects 2 devices such as WAP's that wouldn't otherwise talk to each other.
I doubt you would need a bridge.
Someone might correct me though.
I doubt you would need a bridge.
Someone might correct me though.
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Yes the WAP is built into the router. As I understand it to extend the range of your wireless signal you would need a Wireless Range Extended. It's a separate piece of hardware different from your router that strengthens and extends the signal be broadcast by your router.
This is off the lynksis website
A wireless access point is the point where you can access a wired network and make a 'wireless bubble'. This is also right off the linksys site.
This is off the lynksis website
Unlike adding a traditional access point to your network to expand wireless coverage, the Wireless-G Range Expander does not need to be connected to the network by a data cable. Just put it within range of your main access point or wireless router, and it "bounces" the signals out to remote wireless devices.
The Linksys Wireless-G Access Point lets you connect Wireless-G (802.11g) or Wireless-B (802.11b) devices to your wired network so you can add PCs to the network with no cabling hassle. Create a "wireless bubble" in that hard-to-wire home or office space, and save the time, hassle, and expense of running cables. Plus, notebook PCs can travel around your home or office and stay connected wherever they go. Since both standards are built in, you can protect your investment in existing Wireless-B infrastructure, and migrate your network devices to the new screaming fast Wireless-G standard as your needs grow.
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