Will this take free wifi and convert it to secure wifi?
153906
This router is secure already, but it's not like your home router which is encrypted.however, when you configure it, it will ask you for a password , so you choose the one that your computer registers... It needs to be connected to a Ethernet port... In order for it to work!
153907
No -- this needs to attach by a cable to a network connection, and then this device provides wi-fi access. You can make it secure by requiring people to log onto this wi-fi with a password, but it does not receive wi-fi from another source.
153908
*Wired* wifi can be turned into a secure wireless network using WEP, WPA, or WPA2 security. Most users will use it in secure router mode, connecting, for example, a hotel or conference room's Internet cable to the WAN port and then using the device to create a wireless network. You can set the MWR102 up as a router, access point, or wireless client bridge.
153909
There is no encription in this device that I know of. It does not take in wifi, but rather takes an Ethernet input and converts it to wifi. So I think the answer to your question is "No".
153910
No. This device takes a signal from an ethernet cable, found mostly in hotels, and creates a wifi hotspot at that location, which you then use to connect other devices that are wifi capable; iPad, tablets, phones, kindles, etc. You must have an a signal from an ethernet cable physically connected to the ZyXEL device.
2251525
It will. But the unit takes roughly two minutes for the unit to boot up and reconnect to wifi. It does have a network standby mode so if it's not being used it will consume less power and still keep a wifi connection.
1968570
I believe I remember a way in the setup manual but I ended up not using this router because it would not work with my router without lowering the security level and I didn't want to do that. Wish they would have said that in the product description.
199546
Yes...it depends on the type of connection you are using. My husband is staying in a long term hotel and using the free WiFi and he has troubles keeping a connection. However, at home, connecting to our router, he has no problems at all. Keep looking for a stronger connection.
1323715
for the initial setup you have to use the provided Ethernet cable and plug in the device to your wifi router and you can program the unit as instructed from there you will not require the cable
308336
It works as a hot spot for any device with Wifi capability. But you'll need to have Clearwire in your area.
1525225
Not sure what you mean by "security lock", but it comes ready to set up a secure wireless network.
2114220
Yes, it will, however they will upgrade your usb for 'free' but must agree to a two year contract. My advice? Buy an upgraded usb on Amazon and bring it into the store for them to activate it. WiFi is free and everywhere these days, a two year contract is a rip off, especially if they charge by the usage
613629
Check with a knowledgeable security installer. He can advise you if it is compatible
1975592
Hello, that sounds like an interesting idea--however even if you shut off your home's cable router, there could be other broadcasting (non-locked down) wi-fi routers in the neighborhood that might not have a network password. So, not sure that application would be 100% sure-fire. Hope that helps.
1807111
Unfortunately, no. You need physical access to the router and in most cases the password.
1102508
Yes, exactly. Sets up privately, is secure and you can name your wifi network.
693545
Probably not. Once it has recognized the Wifi LAN from the access point , you can then disengage the CAT5e.
341151
It will work if you want to waste time every time you connect and enter a password unless you turn off their security. All so if you have problems, in order to get help they want to charge you. Plus the wifi signal strength is not as strong as some other routers. I would advise you to buy a different one.
1520106
No. It only gives you security for an open wifi like at a hotel or boosts an existing wifi signal.
1139392
Yes it does - one reviewer points out nothing is 100% secure. But WPA2 makes it extremely difficult to crack.
591586
Yes, this should work just fine. It doesn't look like you will need a security bypass kit, but you might double check that.