![]() It is very simple to use by simply plugging in the Ethernet cable from the unit to the device needing wireless.įirst, set up the router connection (steps above) and then plug it into any Ethernet port, and it will transmit data. It can also be a quick fix for a device that has a broken internal WiFi card. This is for any device that has no built-in WiFi but has an Ethernet port. The BrosTrend AC1200 can also be used as an Ethernet-to-WiFi adapter. This is a good option when boosting the router signal is not enough.įor example, a detached garage that is far away from a home can have an Ethernet cable run to the router and attached to the BrosTrend AC1200 which will act as an access point. To get a very long-range signal, an Ethernet cable can be connected and run to the unit, which broadcasts a WiFi signal. The range will depend on distance, how thick the walls are, other wireless signals, and so on. It will rebroadcast the router SSID and any device can log in with the password. Once the BrosTrend AC1200 is connected to the router it is basically in Access Point mode. Setting Up BrosTrend AC1200 WiFi Access point Mode If the unit is moved wait for the Signal LED to turn solid blue and it is ready to use. It can be unplugged and moved to the best location to extend a signal. Once the unit is connected to the router it will use the 5G_EXT or 5G_5GEXT on your broadcast ID and the same WiFi password.Īny WiFi device can now log into the extender using the 5G_EXT or 5G_5GEXT extensions on your router broadcast ID. Setting Up BrosTrend AC1200 WiFi Range Extender Mode You can now log into the BrosTrend AC1200 on the 5G_EXT or 5G_5GEXT.A box will come up and say Extended Successfully!.Open WiFi settings and connect to BrosTrend_EXT.If the WPS method above does not work for you logging into the unit manually can also be done. How To Connect BrosTrend AC1200 to Router Manually Once it turns solid blue, it is ready to use.Wait for the Signal LED to turn solid blue.Press the WPS button on the BrosTrend AC1200. ![]()
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