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Sergio Vieri

Q: Can Ii use apple express for wireless extender , my existing router is Belkin

I have existing router Belkin, I want to use airport express to extend my wireless range, is it possible? Do I need to change my existing router with apple product?

Posted on Feb 5, 2013 4:31 AM

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Q: Can Ii use apple express for wireless extender , my existing router is Belkin

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  • by Bob Timmons,

    Bob Timmons Bob Timmons Feb 5, 2013 6:14 AM in response to Sergio Vieri
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    Feb 5, 2013 6:14 AM in response to Sergio Vieri

    Apple designed their "extend a wireless network" feature to only work with other Apple routers.

     

    While I suppose it it is possible that another brand might work with this, we have yet to learn of this being the case.

     

    If you already have the Express in your hands, it won't hurt to try to configure it to "extend a wireless network", but I doubt that it will work.

     

    Normally, you need two Apple routers on a network to be able to set up the "extend a wireless network" feature.

  • by Sergio Vieri,

    Sergio Vieri Sergio Vieri Feb 5, 2013 6:21 AM in response to Bob Timmons
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    Feb 5, 2013 6:21 AM in response to Bob Timmons

    Hi, Mr. Bob

    I didn't buy yet, that is why I must make sure that this device can be connected to Belkin dual band router.

  • by Bob Timmons,

    Bob Timmons Bob Timmons Feb 5, 2013 6:32 AM in response to Sergio Vieri
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    Feb 5, 2013 6:32 AM in response to Sergio Vieri

    In that case, I would not buy the AirPort Express unless you plan to buy two of them.

     

    You best chance for compatibility is to use the same manufacturer, so if you only buy one device, buy a Belkin extender or repeater. Check with Belkin support for more details.

  • by edex67,

    edex67 edex67 Feb 5, 2013 8:24 AM in response to Sergio Vieri
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    Feb 5, 2013 8:24 AM in response to Sergio Vieri

    I don't believe Belkin produce extenders, but Netgear make some "universal" extenders, as does ZyXEL.

    You could also connect the two together with Powerline adapters, which creates an "extended" WiFi network.