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Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender

Item: 894589    Model: WN2000RPT100NAS

Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender
4.0stars
( 271 reviews)
  • Works with any wireless b/g/n router or gateway from NETGEAR and other brands
  • Works with all security standards including WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, mixed mode and WEP
  • Real-time link-rate LED locates the best placement spot to provide optimal wireless coverage
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Works with any wireless b/g/n router or gateway from NETGEAR and other brandsWorks with all security standards including WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, mixed mode and WEPReal-time link-rate LED locates the best placement spot to provide optimal wireless coverageWiFi Range ExtenderWorks with any wireless b/g/n router or gateway from NETGEAR and other brandsWorks with all security standards including WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, mixed mode and WEPReal-time link-rate LED locates the best placement spot to provide optimal wireless coverageNetgear Universal WiFi Range Extenderhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0395838_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0395838_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0395838http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416416_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416416_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416416/Netgear-Universal-WiFi-Range-Extender/product_894589Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender4.0271
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Universal NETGEAR Wi-Fi Range Extender - Improve wireless coverage of your current equipment

  • Works with any wireless b/g/n router or gateway from NETGEAR and other brands
  • Works with all security standards including WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, mixed mode and WEP
  • Real-time link-rate LED locates the best placement spot to provide optimal wireless coverage
  • Step-by-step, graphical Installation Guide makes installation easy. No need to insert a CD or plug in Ethernet cables
  • Dynamic LEDs display live network connection status and signal strength between your existing network, Extender and computers (or other Internet-connected devices)
  • Push ‘N’ Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) connects computers to the Extender quickly and securely


Extend the range of your wireless Internet with this universal Wi-Fi range extender by NETGEAR. The extender works with any wireless G, B, or N router or gateway, so you can boost your signal and do more on your computer. This extender will work with all security standards, and it has LED lights that will show you the optimal position for wireless coverage.

Easy Use
No matter what type of networking equipment you have, this Wi-Fi range extender gives you a wider range for your Internet. If you're stuck working at a desk on a desktop computer or just want to use your laptop in a different area of the home, this extender is ideal for giving you the coverage you need. The LED lighting on the front panel will let you know when you've found the perfect spot to place the range extender for optimal coverage. Because it works with any B, G, or N router or gateway, you won't need to worry about the particular model you have.

Easy Installation
With step-by-step graphics showing you how to install this extender, you'll have no trouble setting it up. You won't need a CD for installation, and no Ethernet cables are required. With Push 'N' Connect software, the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) makes it easy to connect your computers to the extender with the push of a button.

Dynamic LED Display
A dynamic LED display indicates when the extender has the best coverage, and it also shows you the live network status and signal strength between the network, your computers, and the router, making it easier for you to identify and resolve a network connection problem should it arise.

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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender
 
4.1

(based on 271 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (139)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (79)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (23)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (20)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to set up (201)
  • Reliable connection (100)
  • Easy to use (99)
  • Fast connection (81)
  • Secure connection (74)

Cons

  • Difficult to set up (43)
  • Unreliable connection (15)
  • Slow connection speed (8)
  • Inefficient (6)
  • Unreliable (6)

Best Uses

  • Home network (115)
  • Everyday use (100)
  • Small networks (32)
  • Organization (6)
  • Large networks (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • High bandwidth user (100), Midrange shopper (71), Low bandwidth user (36), Budget shopper (35), High-end shopper (10)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (231), Business (33)
    • Computer Platform:
    • PC (71), Mac (10)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (112), Yes (3)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

Works with Airport Extreme Base Station!

I have a home office network setup. Main router is an Apple Airport Extreme Base Station (AEBS), and we have ~16 wireless devices connected. The WN2000RPT is very easy to setup. My...Read complete review

I have a home office network setup. Main router is an Apple Airport Extreme Base Station (AEBS), and we have ~16 wireless devices connected. The WN2000RPT is very easy to setup. My main concern was whether this would work with an AEBS, and it does, seamless.

As per instructions it asks you to place your computer well out of range of your current wireless signal and the WN2000RPT midway between the router and computer.
Just a tip: It is not necessary to do this, you can configure the unit in the same room as your wireless router, provided you're comfortable deleting your current wireless setting from your computer and setting it up again once the WN2000 is configured. By deleting the home wireless setup on your computer, the computer will not connect to your home network while the WN 2000 is rebooting.

I don't run any security on my network, only MAC address filtering. So if you have MAC address filtering you'll have to include the MAC address of the WN2000 in the list on your router. MAC address is on the bottom or back of the unit. Since the WN2000RPT setups a new wireless signal, to enable the MAC address filtering on the WN2000RPT you'll have to locate, from your router, the IP address of the WN2000RPT, type in that IP address in Chrome or any browser, and then setup the mac address filtering. It may take time, but it is very straight forward. I just had to reset my WN2000RPT to factory settings once because I had made a mistake in my setup.

Once or twice the wireless light on the WN2000RPT has gone red, indicating a weak connection, I just turn it off and turn it back on.

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Most Helpful Negative Review

 

works most of the time

bought this to extend my wireless network from my corner-bedroom office. used the wizard to set up the network. the trick is to allow some time between connecting the extender to my wireless router,...Read complete review

bought this to extend my wireless network from my corner-bedroom office. used the wizard to set up the network. the trick is to allow some time between connecting the extender to my wireless router, and attempting to connect from my laptop/ipad to the extender. seems to take 5-10 minutes for the connection to become established. if you try to connect too soon it makes you restart the extender-to-router step again. once established, the connection works well and provides good coverage. the connection seems to break every few days or so, and it doesn't automatically correct itself so that you have to go through the setup process again. wouldn't recommend using the extender for any dedicated devices such as a set top box or gaming console for the foregoing reason. i haven't had any experience with other extenders so i can't say if this is a common deficiency

with the above qualifications, i marginally would recommend this device.

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6/13/2013
 
4.0

Works fine, but setup instructions lame

By Dustin1863

from Clifton Park, NY

About Me High bandwidth user

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Fast Connection Speed
  • Reliable connection

Cons

  • Difficult To Set Up

Best Uses

  • Home network

Comments about Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender:

I would not recommend this product for someone who is not reasonably computer literate and doesn't have access to knowledgable assistance. I had to combine pieces of the two setup scenarios and repeat them in various sequences before I finally got the router to work. However, no operational problems since (three weeks).

  • Primary use:
  • Personal
  • Computer Platform:
  • PC

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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6/6/2013
 
5.0

Super faster and easy to use !!

By Dragon_dorado

from Illinois

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Fast Connection Speed

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender:

      Its good working with this n faster connection.

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      6/6/2013
       
      4.0

      Worked perfectly

      By DABeau

      from Massachusetts

      About Me High bandwidth user

      Verified Buyer
      This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

      Pros

      • Easy To Set Up
      • Reliable connection
      • Secure Connection

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home network
        • Small Networks

        Comments about Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender:

        Easy setup. Only issue when setting up was the security setting I currently use, WAP2. It prompt me saying that setting will cause a slower connection speed, with an OK button. I clicked okay and it finished the setup. I think it should has allowed me to backup one screen and change the setting. Regardless, the WAP works fine even at the slower speed.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal
        • Computer Platform:
        • PC

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        6/6/2013
         
        5.0

        Awesomeness!!

        By Brian

        from Indiana USA

        About Me Low bandwidth user

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Set Up
        • Fast
        • Fast Connection Speed
        • Reliable connection
        • Secure Connection

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Home network
          • Small Networks

          Comments about Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender:

          This made a world of difference. I don't drop signal, is was easy to set up, went from 1.5/2 bars to a full 5. I'm rocken fast now. Love it, going to get one from home.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal
          • Computer Platform:
          • PC

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          5/23/2013
           
          5.0

          Simple easy way to add range

          By Approachmedium

          from clark nj

          About Me Low bandwidth user

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Set Up
          • Fast
          • Reliable connection
          • Secure Connection

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Home network

            Comments about Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender:

            This was very easy to set up. Instructions were very clear and simple. I set it up using my netboook then let it loose on my home network to put a verizon cell phone extender in our basement. It has not given us any trouble so far.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal
            • Computer Platform:
            • PC

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            • Q:

              Can I use two (or more) of these WiFi extenders at the same time to widen my wireless area around a centrally placed Netgear Wireless WNR2000 wireless Router? AND/OR, can they be 'piggy-backed' to extend the range further in one direction?
              Asked on 10/29/2012 by Curious from California

              1 answer

              • A:

                The answer is "yes" to both of your questions. You can use the range extender to both widen the radius of your wireless coverage or to extend it linear range (straight line).

                Answered on 10/29/2012 by Community Answer from None

            • Q:

              our two-level home netgear router has to be in present location.

              reception signal to my computer located in a room 40ft and 3 walls away is 2-3 bars because of construction material, obstacles, distance, etc., whatever. i assume signal strength would be maximum 5bars if there were no construction materials or obstacles and if the computer was say 5ft away from the router.

              will increasing the signal COVERAGE effectively increase the signal STRENGTH by removing obstacle, construction materials and distance factors ?
              Asked on 3/26/2012 by Anonymous

              2 answers

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                I received your inquiry through the Question and Answer Feature of Staples.com and wanted to respond to you directly. Because your inquiry is specific in nature it would be best resolved by a member of our customer service team. They will be glad to help with your question. You may contact them at http://www.staples.com/sbd/content/help/contact/index.html or by phone at 1-800-3STAPLE (1-800-378-2753).

                Answered on 3/28/2012 by Linda from Staples

              • A:

                You can use this to boost both strength and coverage. Simply follow the instructions, and use open paths to create a better connection. For example, use a room or hallway with less building material in the way between the router and the target networked computer.

                Answered on 3/28/2012 by Anonymous from None

            • Q:

              Can a desktop pc be connected to this via ethernet? I have router on first floor, would like to havr desktop on third floor (no wireless card in desktop). Thanks so much!
              Asked on 1/17/2012 by Anonymous

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            • Q:

              Does your Netgear WN2000RPT Universal Wi-Fi Range Extender:work with my Verizon Fios router a Actiontex Fios Next Gen BHR2 Rev E RPK?
              Asked on 12/11/2011 by Anonymous

              1 answer

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                A:

                I received your inquiry through the Question and Answer Feature of Staples.com and I apologize for I was unable to answer you directly. I believe this may be a question that the manufacturer will have to research further, please feel free to contact Netgear at 1-888-638-4327.

                Answered on 12/27/2011 by Cara B from Staples

            • Q:

              does this work for cordless phones also
              Asked on 8/28/2011 by deb from banner elk nc

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            • Q:

              Can i connect this to my playstaion 3?
              Asked on 7/13/2011 by Anonymous

              1 answer

              • A:

                Yes of course all routers are compatible with all console platforms and computers for that matter.

                Answered on 7/18/2011 by Anonymous from None

            • Q:

              how much range does this add to recieve your connection

              Don
              Asked on 4/6/2011 by DonToni from Schodack N.Y.

              2 answers

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                There is no set point on the amount of range is added. As per Netgear; "Maximum wireless signal rate is derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate."

                Answered on 4/11/2011 by Darlene S from Staples

              • VERIFIED BUYER

                A:

                Effectively doubles it.

                Answered on 6/15/2011 by RockridgeC from Greenwich, CT
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