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Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender

Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender

Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender: 4.0 stars; ( 136 reviews)

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Item: 927667
Model: WN3000RP-100NAS

69.99Extend Network - Extend Internet access throughout your home for wireless devices like iPads®, iPods®, laptops, smart phones, game consoles and TVsEnhance Existing Equipment - Keep your current equipment and improve coverage to eliminate wireless "dead zones"Plug-and-play - Sets up in minutes, no need to insert a CD or plug in Ethernet cablesNetgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extenderhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0417373_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0417373_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0417373http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416417_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416417_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0416417/Netgear-WN3000RP-Universal-WiFi-Range-Extender/product_927667Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender4.0136

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The NETGEAR Universal WiFi Range Extender effectively doubles the operating distance of your entire wireless network and conveniently avoids additional need for power cables or device clutter on your office desk or home theater. WN3000RP extends your wireless network to include the area outside the range of your existing wireless router by overcoming obstacles and enhancing overall network signal quality, giving you the freedom to roam anywhere in the house and access Internet without worrying about coverage. The product was specifically designed to be plugged into an electrical outlet, and blends in nicely with any surrounding. It is compatible with wireless b/g/n routers, gateways and Internet service provider devices.

Extend Network - Extend Internet access throughout your home for wireless devices like iPads®, iPods®, laptops, smart phones, game consoles and TVs
Enhance Existing Equipment - Keep your current equipment and improve coverage to eliminate wireless "dead zones"
Plug-and-play - Sets up in minutes, no need to insert a CD or plug in Ethernet cables
Push `N' Connect - Push `N' Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup® (WPS) connects computers and/or routers to the Extender quickly and securely
Optimal Coverage - Link-rate LED locates the best placement spot to provide optimal wireless coverage
Compatible - Works with any wireless b/g/n router or gateway from NETGEAR and other brands
Superior Security - Works with all security standards including WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, mixed mode and WEP
Connect - Ethernet port allows the Extender to function as a bridge to connect to home theater devices
Dimensions: 4.41"H x 2.91"W x 1.77"D
1 year warranty

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender

4.1

(based on 149 reviews)

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to set up (113)
Compact (59)
Highly compatible (45)
Reliable connection (38)
Secure (29)

Cons

Slow (9)
Difficult to set up (8)
Unreliable (7)
Unreliable connection (6)
Slow connection speed (4)

Best Uses

Home networks (65)
Home network (42)
Small offices (17)
Everyday use (6)
Highly secure networks (5)

- Reviewer Profile:
- High bandwidth user (92), Low bandwidth user (39), Budget shopper (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (131), Business (13)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (111), Mac (21), Other (7)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (88), Yes (3)

Most Liked Positive Review

Love It

Was hesitant initially, but after hooking it up in the basement with a Netgear WNDR3700 router in the second floor, the WN3000RP works without resets. It has been a week plugging into a wall...Read complete review

Most Liked Negative Review

I regret Netgear WN3000RP: purchase

The Netgear WN3000RP pretty much takes over and installs itself, which would be quite groovy, except that when it was done, my Windows XP laptop could ONLY connect to the Netgear extender; AND when connected it could not reach any websites. When I tried to use System Restore to at least get back to where I had been, for some reason System Restore could not do a Restore, no matter how far back in time I went. Bummer. Machine still works though, it's just more or less useless because it can't reach the Web. I'm sure it won't cost more than fifty or a hundred bucks to get it fixed when I get back to town, because right now I'm on a borrowed machine fifteen hundred miles from home on vacation.
Netgear's Helpdesk tried to be Helpful but after two hours on LiveChat the Netgear technician threw in the towel. Transcript on request; read'em and weep. It wasn't a terrible experience, really, just a total waste of time.
I'm sure Netgear's extender is going to work for most of the people out there, but if you somehow end up in my situation after purchasing one and trying to install it, you'll be very sorry --- miles from home base and your machine disabled.
Maybe Netgear will read this and want to do a postmortem autopsy on my Windows connectivity, just to see what the issue was with their install wizard. Meantime, I'll just try to get my money back from Staples when I get back to the States.

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 149 customers

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5/24/2012

5.0

Working fine so far

By coloradojack

from Denver

About Me Low bandwidth user

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Fast
Fast Connection Speed
Reliable connection

Cons

Best Uses

Home network

Comments about Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender:

Works as advertised, easy to set up with Netgear router.

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5/24/2012

3.0

Works as described but...

By window1194

from Orlando, FL

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Reliable connection

Cons

1 SSID can be extended

Best Uses

Home network

Comments about Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender:

Only one SSID can be extended. If you have multiple SSID's and you want to extend the one that's not your primary then it's not very intuitive on how to change it.

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5/17/2012

1.0

I regret Netgear WN3000RP: purchase

By Richard808

from Richmond California

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Cons

Difficult To Set Up

Best Uses

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5/17/2012

5.0

Great product, works effortlessly

By Barlb

from Westchester, NY

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Fast Connection Speed
Reliable connection

Cons

Best Uses

Home network

Comments about Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender:

Perfect addition to extend the wireless range

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5/10/2012

5.0

I would buy this product again.

By beauty

from spring valley, ca

Pros

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

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender:

This product has been very helpful to our home use with our iphones. We are constantly connected to free wi-fi through out the whole house.

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5/10/2012

5.0

Easily Extends your Network

By ArttexSteve

from Sedona, AZ

About Me High bandwidth user

Pros

Easy To Set Up
Reliable connection
Secure Connection

Cons

Best Uses

Home network
Small Networks

Comments about Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender:

I was pleased with how easy and fast this extender was to install.

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Q:
I recently purchased this product and cannot seem to get it to sync with my Belkin router. I have a Netgear MA111 on my downstairs computer and have a weak signal. I was in hopes this would solve my problem but when I push the WPS button it just blinks and never connects. The Belkin does not have a WPS button to push? Help? Thanks tt
Asked on 2/6/2012 by TT
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- A:
  Since your Belkin doesn't support WPS you can't automatically connect the Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender to your router. You will have to go to the Belkin control panel and manually add the Netgear extender to your network. If you need assistance call Belkin customer support.
  Answered on 2/8/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q:
The electric plugs in our house are reversed so that the grounding plug is on the top. Is this a 2 or 3 pronged plug, and can it work upside-down? Can the antennas be moved?
Asked on 1/30/2012 by Anonymous
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- A:
  The Netgear WN3000RP Universal WiFi Range Extender uses a three-prong grounded plug. The unit can be rotated without problem and the antenna are fully adjustable.
  Answered on 1/31/2012 by Community Answer from None
Q:
Is this extender compatible with a smcd3gnv router/modem?
Asked on 1/2/2012 by Anonymous
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  A:
  Yes, this extender is compatible with any 802.11 b/g/n connection. This item will extend the wireless radius that your exsisting router/modem that already emits a wireless signal.
  Answered on 1/17/2012 by Kayla T. from Staples
Q:
Will the WN3000RP work with a Powerline XAV2001?
Asked on 12/20/2011 by Anonymous
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  Yes, the WN3000RP should work with a Powerline XAV2001.
  Answered on 1/13/2012 by Cara B from Staples
Q:
I have Verizon Fios with a Actiontec Fios Next Gen BHR@,Rev E RPK. Will your WN300RP extender work of this router?
Asked on 12/11/2011 by Anonymous from Temecula. CA
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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:
can I connect my desk top computer to the eithernet connector on the side of the unit. My desktop does not have built in wifi?
Asked on 11/20/2011 by Anonymous
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  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 Technology team. They will be glad to help with your question. You may contact them by phone at 877-209-7282. Thank you for your inquiry.
  Answered on 12/5/2011 by Christina.M from Staples
Q:
I am currently using a Netgear Powerline Range Extender (and Netgear Router) to route internet from my Office (Located outside in my detached garage)to inside my house. I have an old house with thick walls and therefore I am getting a weak signal in my house. Would this product help give me a stronger signal.
Asked on 11/13/2011 by Anonymous from Perkiomenville, PA
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  A:
  Yes this WiFi range extender would be great for your needs for it extends the range of any wireless router or gateway, and easily finds best location for optimal wireless coverage with dynamic LED indicators. Please feel free to contact the Netgear directly at (888) 638-4327 for any further technical support.
  Answered on 11/18/2011 by Laura B from Staples
Q:
Is the netgear WN3000RP compatible with the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot MiFi™ 4510L?
Asked on 9/25/2011 by Smitty from Cincinnati, OH
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  Yes the Netgear WN3000RP as both units are WiFi b/g/n compatible. It will use one of the 5 WiFi connections available with the mobile hotspot MiFi 4510L.
  Answered on 9/27/2011 by Anonymous from None
Q:
Will this work on any desktop computer and also any labtop computer
Asked on 9/20/2011 by Anonymous
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  A:
  The Netgear Universal WiFi Range Extender effectively doubles the operating distance of your entire wireless network and conveniently avoids additional need for power cables. Yes you can use this unit for internet connections to your desktop and laptop computer, for it gives you the freedom to roam anywhere in the house and access the Internet without worrying about coverage.
  Answered on 9/23/2011 by Laura B. from Staples
- A:
  It is designed to work as a reception extender to an existing wireless network. Your laptop or desktop computer will work if it meets the following specifications:
  802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz wireless router or gateway
  802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz wireless adapter or Ethernet adapter and cable for each computer
  MicrosoftÂ® Windows 7, VistaÂ®, XPÂ®, 2000, Mac OSÂ®, UNIXÂ®, or LinuxÂ®
  MicrosoftÂ® Internet ExplorerÂ® 5.0, FirefoxÂ® 2.0 or SafariÂ® 1.4 or higher
  
  It will NOT work on ANY laptop or computer, but only those that meet the above requirements. This is not a router, but a device designed to extend a router's range.
  Answered on 9/23/2011 by Anonymous from None
Q:
Does this product work well with the MAC Airport Utility?
Asked on 8/20/2011 by Happy Harrison from Boone, NC
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