Can I use this REA20 unit to completely replace my Linksys E3000 router? I get about 90% signal at 20 ft, 80% at 30 ft, 60-70% signal over 30ft. I cannot use across the house 40ft away.
169878
Yes but only if your modem/gateway has WIFI for the REA20 to connect. The unit will not act as a router though the routing would be taken over by your modem.
169879
Yes. Mine goes throughout my two story house and to my son's house across my driveway.
169880
From what I understand this is an Extender, not a replacement for the router. I bought mine because I needed to reach across 200ft and my regular wireless did not reach. This only improved the signal a little. After I complained to AT&T; they actually came out and installed a data line direct from the panel to the router, and that helped a lot. The signal to the remote office was about the same from the router or from the REA20. The tech suggested that I return the REA20 but I kept it. Though it is not quite as effective as they make it sound, occasionally it is stronger signal and I like having it as an alternative connection. From what I understand this is an Extender, not a replacement for the router. I bought mine because I needed to reach across 200ft and my regular wireless did not reach. This only improved the signal a little. After I complained to AT&T; they actually came out and installed a data line direct from the panel to the router, and that helped a lot. The signal to the remote office was about the same from the router or from the REA20. The tech suggested that I return the REA20 but I kept it. Though it is not quite as effective as they make it sound, occasionally it is stronger signal and I like... » Read More From what I understand this is an Extender, not a replacement for the router. I bought mine because I needed to reach across 200ft and my regular wireless did not reach. This only improved the signal a little. After I complained to AT&T; they actually came out and installed a data line direct from the panel to the router, and that helped a lot. The signal to the remote office was about the same from the router or from the REA20. The tech suggested that I return the REA20 but I kept it. Though it is not quite as effective as they make it sound, occasionally it is stronger signal and I like having it as an alternative connection. « Show Less
169881
The answer is no. The REA20 unit is not a router, it is an extender. It receives the signal wirelessly, or wired and retransmit the signal. In my house I have a Linksys router and REA20 in a different corner of the house. There is no physical wire between the units. It works very well and it is very easy to setup.
169882
I didn't use it to replace my router. I used it as a repeater. I have it placed about 35 ft from my router and have my wireless devices sync with my Amped wireless. I can go outside of my home across my yard and pool area and use my wireless device. I can stream movies and my sling box to watch TV on my i pad. I also have the highest U- verse. The signal strength is excellent.
169883
Do you plug this in next to the router or move it to another room? My router is upstairs but I need it too work in the downstairs bedroom and hopefully basement.
169884
The answer is no.The REA20 unit is not a router, it is an extender. It receives the signal wirelessly, or wired and retransmit the signal.In my house I have a Linksys router and REA20 in a different corner of the house. There is no physical wire between the units. It works very well and it is very easy to setup.
1102394
I doubt it I have added a Belkin range extender, mine is no more than 50ft from the end of house bedroom, admittedy the main router signal goes through some thick timber, but its in the middle of the house in the basement, and only sometimes gets a signal at the end of house bedroom upstairs.
919899
It depends on the layout - walls (brick, drywall etc) It gets good signal over a distance of 70+ feet through 5 walls (In terms of range that wold have you covered in a 5,000 sqft house). If you have a steel pillar in its direct range, it gets no signal even at 10 feet, but that is expected of any router.
1416711
I actually have my router on the far end of the house. I don't have any issues whatsoever in the house and get full through put of my speed. I have had it several months now and LOVE it. Best router I have ever had. As I said....range has not been an issue and in fact my neighbor has complained that he gets a better signal from my wi-fi than his own in his house. LOL. Hope that helps.
1007929
I have one more question I'm going to buy a ps3 soon but I'm in the attic and the router is on the first floor. There are only 2 floors and then the attic in my house. seeing as how the signal has to go through the 2nd floor before it reaches me, is this still a good router and can i expect my connection to be "laggy"? I juss dont want to be losing signal in the middle of a game or not getting the best picture quality from netflix. thanks for any advice.
40628
A repeater such as this would work, but if you do not require a repeater to be mounted outside, you're may be overpaying. Thirty feet is not a great distance for a wifi router. Perhaps locating the router higher in your brothers house would be helpful in increasing the signal strength to yours. This Hawking exterior repeater is very good, but is meant to be used outdoors and you pay for that feature.
526707
This unit needs to be located where it can detect a 70% signal strength from the router. Since WIFI is environmental result will be different. Typically though you can set this about 30-40 feet from the router and it will connect.
1929572
I get great reception throughout the house and I have the router in the basement, but we are about 25 feet with full bars, but 40 to 50 yards seems far, I also bought a Amped wireless which claimed 20000 ft., which I returned, because it froze and didn't accomplish what was promised: Distance and functionality.
198027
To the best of my knowledge it is only intended as a range extender and not designed to provide the services of a router. I have a very large ranch style, single story home, and router in my office is over 100 feet from the opposite end of the house. This unit significantly improved my signal strength, ending dropped connections from wireless devices in use on the other end of the house, and the guest house on the property.
1883432
I do not think this device can help you at that range. The first challenge is for the unit to pick up the signal, strong enough for the display to show all three signal strength lines (which is what the instructions recommend). Only then, can you get the unit to repeat or extend the signal to its maximum new range. In my case, my objective is to enhance my signal strength on the second floor of my house. I literally had to connect the unit in an outlet directly over the room where the source router is in order to get all three signal strength marks. After that, I can say that the signal on the top floor was marginally improved. For the price paid, I guess I am marginally satisfied. I got a slightly improved signal for a small amount of money. But, again, if you expect for this unit to pick up the signal from 100 feet, and then extend it further, my best guess is that you will be disappointed. Good luck.
1298478
I am using this router in a 3600 sq ft home with Rastra construction and it works fine. I did add a wireless extender at the far end of the house to boost the signal for my daughters bedroom. Without the extender she got 3-4 bars and with the extender 5 bars.
391294
If you're familiar with Belkin entry level routers its about the same. I live in a two story house with solid concrete walls. The router is downstairs and I get good signal on the side of the upper floor above the router. On the other side of the upper floor I have to use a repeater.
522040
I don't know how to answer your question. I had this unit in my RV as we traveled around North America. This unit improved out signal strength where we were unable to connect to the WIFI systems. The range was good and the speed was great.
410317
The connection will be weak at best. To do it right use the HAWNR3 router in the brick bldg and us a HW2R1 repeater in the concrete block bldg. Then install a directional antenna on the exterior of each bldg and aim them at each other. This the configuration I use for a 275' distance and it works great!
550847
I'm using mine to extend my wireless network. I have a Verizon FIOS (CISCO) cable modem/wireless router. My AE1000 is plugged into a computer about 20 feet away from that router. Works great.
1175719
My house is 8,500 ft consisting of 2 floors, concrete, steel beams and concrete between floors. I have uverse they just changed our router to a new ATT2..... And they installed a Netgear N300 which improved WiFi. Someone told me I should place repeaters in every area. Will this work, is that true or did he mean something else?
610861
Sorry I didn't reply sooner. It depends on how many other wireless signals are in the area. Sometimes I've had a range up to 50 yards or more. Other times not as much. 30 yards shouldn't be a problem.