Q: Wireless compatibility of airport with non-apple router
We paid an network/low voltage consultant to install routers in our house (it is a 4,500 sf 3 story house). We have 2 non-apple routers hardwired to the modem via ethernet. Our wireless does not reach the far corners of the house. (it is a 1920s house with lath and plaster not drywall/gypsum board) so wireless has difficulty going thru the walls. I have tried using non-apple wireless extenders to extend the range to no avail. We were told that the Airport extreme is the best extender. I have spoken with several Apple sales people who have assured me that the Airport extreme will work with non-apple routers. However, when I have researched the discussion groups it seems that it will only work if the Airport Extreme is hardwired to the router. I am unable to do that. When I asked sales (they assured me that it would work - and if it didn't I had 14 days to return the Apple Extreme). I would appreciate a definitive answer prior to purchasing an Airport Extreme or Express. Please advise.
Posted on Sep 13, 2016 8:47 AM