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AC750 WiF Range Extender When the extender connects over WiFi to an existing network, it functions as a network client, similar to how a WiFi device connects to a network. • The extender acts as an access point for WiFi devices. The extender broadcasts its own WiFi network that WiFi devices can join. In its role as an access point, the extender performs tasks that WiFi routers do, such as broadcasting its network name (SSID). The extender must do each of these jobs so that both ends of the bridge are in place. WiFi Range Extenders Boost the range of your existing WiFi and create a stronger signal in hard-to-reach areas Existing WiFi Sometimes your router does not provide the WiFi coverage that you need Figure 3. Range extender in a home Note: Each extender must connect to your router's WiFi network. Do not connect the extenders to another extender's WiFi network. Overview 8

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Overview
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AC750
WiF
Range
Extender
When the extender connects over WiFi to an existing network, it functions as a network
client, similar to how a WiFi device connects to a network.
•
The extender acts as an access point for WiFi devices.
The extender broadcasts its own WiFi network that WiFi devices can join. In its role as an
access point, the extender performs tasks that WiFi routers do, such as broadcasting its
network name (SSID).
The extender must do each of these jobs so that both ends of the bridge are in place.
WiFi Range Extenders
Boost the range of your
existing WiFi and create
a stronger signal in
hard-to-reach areas
Existing WiFi
Sometimes your router
does not provide the
WiFi coverage that you
need
Figure 3. Range extender in a home
Note:
Each extender must connect to your router’s WiFi network. Do not
connect the extenders to another extender’s WiFi network.