How Do You Use A Router As A Repeater?
When a computer is to be located more than 300 feet from the nearest Ethernet access point, a device known as a repeater will need to be used in order to maintain a signal that is strong enough to enable network communications. While you can go a buy a repeater to ensure that the signal strength is kept at an adequate level, you may already have an inexpensive router in your collection of extra network parts that can also serve as a repeater. By following the steps below, you will learn how to use a router as a repeater on your network. Open the manual for your router, and locate the instructions to access the web-based configuration interface. If you do not have a physical copy of the manual, most manufacturers offer a PDF version on their website. Connect your computer to the router using a standard Ethernet cable. Be sure to plug it into one of the downstream ports, not the upstream, or WAN, port. Open your favorite web browser. Type the IP address of your router into the address ba
