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Cisco-Linksys Wireless-G Range Expander WRE54G

Cisco-Linksys Wireless-G Range Expander WRE54GBrand: Cisco
Category: CE

List Price: $99.99
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Seller: RLHEnterprise
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars 709 reviews

Format: CD
Platform: Windows
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Operating System: Windows
Modem: N/A
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 9.8 x 6.3 x 2.5
Warranty: 3 years warranty

MPN: WRE54G
Model: WRE54G
UPC: 745883559046
EAN: 0745883559046
ASIN: B00021XIJW

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Features:
   Dimensions - 1.1 x 7.4 x 6.9 in (H x W x D)
   Wireless Standard - IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
   Security WEP - 64/128 bit WEP
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Product Description
Expand The Range Of Your Wireless Network!

Expand the range of your wireless network! The Linksys Wireless-G Range Expander is the easy way to increase the effective coverage of your wireless network.

Unlike adding a traditional access point to your network to expand wireless coverage, the Wireless-G Range Expander does not need to be connected to the network by a data cable. Just put it within range of your main access point or wireless router, and it "bounces" the signals out to remote wireless devices.

This "relay station" or "repeater" approach saves wiring costs and helps to build wireless infrastructure by driving signals into even those distant, reflective corners and hard-to-reach areas where wireless coverage is spotty and cabling is impractical. The Range Expander is perfect to help cover large areas in multi-story homes, warehouse environments, public spaces, and wireless "Hot Spots" -- anywhere you need extra coverage for your wireless network.

Installation is a snap with the Range Expander's Auto Configuration button. Just plug it in and press the button. The Expander will find your wireless network and configure itself automatically.

The Wireless-G Range Expander works with most Wi-Fi certified access points and wireless routers. And it works in both Wireless-G and Wireless-B modes so you'll get the benefits of increased coverage even with a mixed network.

So, expand your wireless network's effective coverage the easy way, with the Wireless-G Range Expander.

  • The easiest way to expand your wireless network's coverage or extend the signal into hard-to-reach areas
  • Save on wiring costs -- no wired connection to your network necessary
  • Easy installation -- one-touch auto configuration
  • Compatible with both Wireless-G and Wireless-B networking devices



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    5 out of 5 stars Good experience using Linksys router with WRE54G   December 1, 2005
    A.R. (Maryland)
    57 out of 57 found this review helpful

    With help from tips here, I was able to get up and running in less than 1/2 hour. What I have found missing from many reviews is the router (and version number if Linksys) that they are using as well as the firmware version. This may explain setup nightmares that many have had.

    This set of instructions (found below) was used to get my setup running in 1/2 hour. I have a Linksys WRT54GS 801.b/g router with Speedbooster version 1.1 (found on the bottom of the router). This is basically the same as the WRT54G router. I am using Firmware v4.70.6, May. 26, 2005 (found in the Status area of the setup page URL 192.168.1.1 using password, "admin" to access).

    This is exactly what I did to get up and running with the WRE54G ver 2 range expander:

    1. Download the latest Linksys firmware for your router and WRE54G (for later use). You will need to know the version number of your router and WRE54G (found on bottom of both devices). You can get the updates at www.Linksys.com/downloads. Once you download the router file, you need to go to the online Router Settings page to select the file and update the router. The default URL is http://192.168.1.1/ with "admin" as the password. Go to the ADMINISTRATION tab at the top and then FIRMWARE UPGRADE. Then browse to find the file you just downloaded and hit UPGRADE.

    2. While you are still in the settings, disable the wireless security that you (should have) had on your network router. This is TEMPORARY.

    3. Open box and plug range extender into an AC outlet near/next to your existing router (not at the edge of your wireless network).

    4. Hit the autoconfig button. I did NOT have to hold the button in for 30 seconds as others did. I just hit it once for about 1-2 seconds. I also did not unplug the WRE54G from the A/C wall outlet. Wait for both lights to turn blue.

    5. Using the wired computer with the router, connect to the range extender settings page at http://192.168.1.240 using "admin" as password. You can change the password and save it. Your SSID on the expander should be the same as your router network.

    6. Update the firmware of the WRE54G by going to the Help TAB at the top of the settings screen. Not the HELP link on the left of the page. This takes a long time. Be patient.

    7. Turn on WEP on the range extender and save the WEP key somewhere because you need to use the same one on the router.

    8. Turn on WEP on the existing router using the aforementioned URL and unplug your WRE54G from the A/C outlet and go put at the edge of your network. Both lights should turn blue when you plug it in. Everthing worked fine for me but I did have trouble accessing the settings page from the wired computer once I moved the WRE54G. However, both lights are blue and I now have an extended network for wireless use upstairs.


    5 out of 5 stars It Expands Your Wireless Range, Just Like It is Supposed to   March 1, 2007
    M. Banti (Midwest, USA)
    15 out of 15 found this review helpful

    I have a WRT54G wireless router in my home but unfortunately it was not covering all the rooms where my family members needed wireless access. I tried the Linksys high-gain antennas (don't waste your $$$ or money) and the Hawkings Technology antennas (worked ok but doesn't improve signal that much). With these options exausted I turned to the Linksys Range Expander (WRE54G) and it seems to have done the trick.

    I was worried about the setup since many peoples' reviews stated difficulty in setting up the expander. I honestly had no problem setting up the device. I plugged the range expander into the router then pressed auto-configuration and it was all set. Setup time is a max of 15 min.

    Summary: The expander works well and does improve signal strength to areas that were otherwise unreachable. The setup is simple and max time to be up and running is 15 min.


    5 out of 5 stars Simple setup - very quick   October 16, 2004
    S. Hing (Mountain View, CA)
    14 out of 14 found this review helpful

    This was very easy to setup, however I based it on using these instructions and ignored everything else that came in the box.

    1-Disable WEP on your Router or AP
    2-Plug in range expander and hold the auto-configuration button for 30 seconds(if everything goes well both lights on the expander will turn blue) <and unplug while still holding button. Plug back in after 10-15 secs.> I did not have to do the unplug but I have left it in for reference.
    3-open your Internet explorer browser and type 192.168.1.240 (default ip of expander), a window will pop up. leave the user name blank and put admin as a password (this is default password). Also open up a second window for your router config settings as well.
    4-make sure that the default gateway and subnet mask settings are identical with your Router or AP,change password on the expander if desired & save settings. (all settings should be correct due to auto configuration).
    5-Enable WEP on the expander, once again remember use same settings as in your Router or AP, save settings again. Here is the only hitch - make sure you edit the security settings so that the WEP settings match your router WEP settings. You may need to jot these down prior to disabling WEP on the router in step 1. Save your WEP settings on the range expander. You may not get a confirmation box back until you have enabled WEP on your router.
    6-Go to your Router or Ap settings and enable WEP. Bang you're DONE. Enjoy


    5 out of 5 stars impressive and useful product   June 29, 2004
    Ishmael (tampa, FL United States)
    18 out of 21 found this review helpful

    I purchased this product against the advice of several computer geeks who warned me not to waste my money. My home wireless network had some areas where the signal was either "very weak" or nonexistent, severely limiting the usefulness of my laptop. Some of the "experts" I spoke with suggested fixes which would cost in the range of $400.00, so I thought I'd have little to loose in trying the WRE54G range expander. The set-up is a breeze, just plug it in and push a button (I didn't need the enclosed CD setup wizard). It's that simple. The signal which had been "very weak" or nonexistent is now "excellent" or "very good". I'm extremely satisfied with this product. I've never taken the time to write a review before, but the range expander is so good that I wanted to share my experience.


    5 out of 5 stars Definitely worth it.   July 15, 2004
    10 out of 11 found this review helpful

    I don't normally write reviews, but I felt compelled to do so after dealing with Linksys' incompetent customer service representatives. I purchased this wireless range extender to complement a Linksys WRT54G router. After following the auto configuration instructions as well as the manual setup instructions, the extender still would not work. On top of that, it disrupted the connection my wireless computers already had! I decided to contact customer service. The first representative, who barely spoke coherent English, made me perform for 20 minutes the same steps I already had done (as if I couldn't read the instructions), put me on hold, then hung up on me. The second rep. either had no idea what I was asking or had no clue what to do. The first thing the third rep. asked me was the version of my router's firmware. It turns out that it was outdated and I needed an updated version. After updating that, the extender configured itself and my network range increased dramatically. This item is definitely worth the price. So please, if you purchase this product, update your router's firmware from the Linksys website.

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