What exactly does the "security" button do? Will this prevent others from accessing your network outside of the house?
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The security is actually provided by whatever security you've set up on your router, to which this device links. This device uses, but does not enhance nor diminish your router's security settings. The security buttons are pressed to activate each unit, and to connect the two; the button on the second must be pressed within 2 minutes of the first, so you probably want to prep the second unit before you press the button on the first, and then hustle to the second location.
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in any case I can think of, that is what it is supposed to do-it is a repeater and it will repeat the signal of any device it on your network and anyone else you let in and anyone else that guesses the password-use a good password
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Hi Julien, You can only use this once you're in the house. This is not meant to keep intruders out when you're not home. Hope that helps.
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Short answer is no. You could disconnect the power to it. I keep it hidden, but if the need arises, I can reach and hit the reconnect button.
1237324
Absolutely, in my opinion this is supposed to be used as access control and not as a security lock. If power goes out the door will be unlocked. There is a digital connection in the pad that would make it impossible for someone to unplug and unlock the door, but the circuitry is not included in this kit to do that.
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During the initial setup you will have to type in your SSID...But once you have finished going through the setup and KNOW your SSID and PASSWORD..You have the option of "hiding" your SSID by not broadcasting it....
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I do believe you can go into the settings and set it up manually. I did mine with the button on my modem. It finds it automatically and all I had to do was put my network password in.
1368522
I'm not aware that you can turn it off. My router is in the basement so it's not an issue with me. Black electrical tape is a quick fix if you're really bothered by it, unless some one else here knows how to shut it off. Nothing from Netgear?
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You can set a rule such as 'Turn off at 10PM" or you can use the iPhone app to turn it off (or on). I was in Mexico and able to turn lights on and off (letting the dog know we were watching). The router connection operates like a secured Wifi connection. When the router is present the devices IP knows the wifi is present.
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Yes, we do this at work. The default config is an access point but changing that is very easy to do with either the included software or through a web browser. We are bridging two buildings about 60 feet apart and run one HD security camera, 6 IP phones and 6 users across it without problems.
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Download the owners manual from Netgear. According to this document: "If your network has more than two adapters, press the Security button on the next adapter for 2 seconds, then push the Security button on any additional adapters in your network for 2 seconds. The adapters retain security settings even if they are unplugged."
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Yes, but if you're existing router is also a wireless router you should disable that function in the existing router's settings.
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Wi-Fi router manufacturers are counting on you using your network around your house. When I open my Wi-Fi panel on my computer, it identifies about 12 networks around my neighborhood, but you really do not want too much of an extended range for security reasons (or unless you like changing your password once a week). Because my cell phone is assisted by my DSL, I can move about 30ft or so away from my house and still maintain good reception (I live in a slightly rural area, lots of trees), but I do not use my laptop outdoors either. This link might help, but for special applications you can always buy extenders.... http://www.netgear.com/home/products/networking/wifi-routers/wndr4300.aspx Wi-Fi router manufacturers are counting on you using your network around your house. When I open my Wi-Fi panel on my computer, it identifies about 12 networks around my neighborhood, but you really do not want too much of an extended range for security reasons (or unless you like changing your password once a week). Because my cell phone is assisted by my DSL, I can move about 30ft or so away from my house and still maintain good reception (I live in a slightly rural area, lots of trees), but I do not use my laptop outdoors either. This link might help, but for special applications you can... » Read More Wi-Fi router manufacturers are counting on you using your network around your house. When I open my Wi-Fi panel on my computer, it identifies about 12 networks around my neighborhood, but you really do not want too much of an extended range for security reasons (or unless you like changing your password once a week). Because my cell phone is assisted by my DSL, I can move about 30ft or so away from my house and still maintain good reception (I live in a slightly rural area, lots of trees), but I do not use my laptop outdoors either. This link might help, but for special applications you can always buy extenders.... http://www.netgear.com/home/products/networking/wifi-routers/wndr4300.aspx « Show Less
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No, but you can "block" any wireless client with the click of the mouse, which accomplishes the same thing, and unblock just as easily.
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Disabling broadcasting is not a substitute for wireless security such as encryption and MAC filtering. Your non-broadcast network can still be detected and listened to by anyone with easily downloaded software: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb726942.aspx ("Why Non-broadcast Networks are not a Security Feature")
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I don't think so, but I could be wrong. I'm only using it as a VPN between the house and a location in the US to mask my IP.
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I believe I remember a way in the setup manual but I ended up not using this router because it would not work with my router without lowering the security level and I didn't want to do that. Wish they would have said that in the product description.