can I point this 'clipper' at the shopping mall across the street(approx.less than 1/2 mile) & hook into their wireless open network?
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I would say no. I purchased this for a friend who lives a 1.4 mile away from a public host spot and it would Only work a few houses down.
756220
It says its range is 800 meters/.5 miles indoor and 3 km/1.5 miles outdoors approximately, but that's no guarantee.
151481
Hello: 1/2 mile is a long way. It's powerful, but you would have to experiment to see if it can pick up at that distance. See if you can find someone locally who would let you use it for an hour. Try Craigslist to find someone with the same equipment.
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Yes you can! But I couldn't figure it ou how to use wireless!!!! I don't know how to work, if you find out tell me please! Thanks
1502816
I think you can, although I did not use it for that. I used it in a hotel to turn a "high speed internet connection" (wired) into a wireless access point for mobile devices.
2252127
Yes, you can extend your network between buildings with the M5. Miles, my setup is a short haul at 0.6 of a mile, but if you have line of site believe the specs.
636731
Yes that is exactly what you can do. Actually Access Points are designed just for this purpose vs. Wireless repeaters. Hope it works for you the 2 I bought worked great and have a "guest" account you can enable as well.
521601
Thank you! I appreciate the info. We'll be using our home wireless router (N).
996672
yes you can. internet cable from router. and broadcast as repeater wireless.
881000
Most definitely, that range is within the capabilities of this antenna. I can pick up accesspoints about 300-500 feet down my street, I have about 15 listed with this antenna and an alfa wireless usb adapter. With the built wifi card in my laptop, I have only 2 listed. You do need a wifi adapter with a reverse polarity sma connector on it to hook it to. Amazon sells these as well. I suggest a usb adapter so you can use it with a laptop or desktop
570361
No it would not be. The only way to possible do this is from an outside antenna + a cable box, then you could select one fromanother. Remember any device that is wireless is problematic....especially wifi.
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Wherever there is a WiFi access point and a good signal, then it will most likely work...I say give it a try.
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I don't believe there is. This machine was pre-wireless, so I doubt it has that capability.
2280550
If you want a free service yes, but their is other WiFi such as straight talk, at&t; go, etc that offer void. You can physically check them out at your local wallMart.
1986500
Yes, you can use it via usb tethering. And this is responsible for distributing the signal for wifi
1385549
No, you must be connected to a network. It can EXTEND an existing range. Hope this helps.
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As I already have wi-fi at my residence, I'm not sure. You could possibly call an electronics store (Best Buy, Sears, etc). They should be able to verify the answer.
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Yes, it would be very useful. Buy and carry with you. Most places now have wifi for free.
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yes, you can do this, and the range is pretty large, i've used my computer over 40 meters away.