Can this unit come with the WIFI adapter? I want to run this as an AP, and use it as a switch (since it has 4 NICs). Thanks....
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Pfsense here too. Just use a old laptop drive. You won't have to reboot often, only for updates. It loads very fast without SD. BTW, I burned out an SSD in one of these in about a year of 24/7 use. Used an old laptop drive and that is still going strong after 4 years...
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No, it does not come with a wireless adapter. I use it for PFSense, which will allow you to add a USB wireless adapter as an AP. It works great as a PFSense router, I use an SSD for fast boot times.
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Can the unit work as a wireless transceiver for a laptop without a wifi transceiver? I mean, I have a laptop whose wireless radio stopped working; could I plug this thing in to its ethernet jack to get it to act like a wifi card?
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You can go power line into the LAN port, for data. Poweline only sends data, not power. You will need to use the injectors that come with the AP's or the ToughSwitch Pro as the PRO's require 48v
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Its ok lol, the wifi adapter comes pre-installed on the motherboard. All you need to do is run the included wires from the WiFi adapter to the antennas (also included). It has everything you need to make the computer wirelessly compatible. Of course you'll need your home wifi network to connect to, but that's it! Both the Wifi and the motherboard work wonderfully. I've been very happy with mine.
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Yes, I use this with the UniFi AP-LR and it powers it great. You still need ethernet cable from ToughSwitch to your network for data.
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Nope, just link it to your router, I had no problems with this unit, I am still using it today, no problems.
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This model comes with the wifi card build into the actual motherboard. You could always buy a separate wifi card if you went with a different model though.If you are looking to get this specific wifi card as a separate item, I don't think you can. At least not specifically.
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yes, there is one ethernet port on the device for putting it on your network. the wifi access point needs to be connected to some other switch or router that's already on the network.
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I ordered one and returned it. It didnt work for me as a stand alone umit(wifi booster) i missread add or they added more info. Looks know like this unit is supposed to hook up to router then send you wifi signal. I wish i had called seller to ask why it didnt work before returning it. If it works it is one of the only ways to get a mobil network with wifi router in a mobil vehicle like my rv.
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Is a complete router, switch layer3 (managed) , AP and you can use with anything you want. Plug another switch and share your link.
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Im sorry i was wrong, (kinda) the unit itself is not wifi ready, but it does have a usb slot that can be used with a usb network adapter.
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This unit needs power. It comes with a adapter that you can plug into a local 120v outlet or you can run ethernet to it and use POE (Power over Ethernet). Either way there will be at least one cable running to it. It is wireless capable so you can use the wireless router for the ethernet connection.
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P.O.E. Power Over Ethernet. It comes WITH the adapter! You will use the unit in BRIDGE mode.
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Not an answer but another question :-). Does this device also have more ethernet ports (4) like my present router that I use along with my DSL?? I presently have a need for three with equip. adjacent, nearby my router??? TIA for any info.
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I don't really understand what you are asking, but the 3 pack comes with 3 POE adapters - one for each access point. You can also purchase a POE switch that will eliminate the need for the 3 adapters.
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Adapter is what goes into your computer, it's the bit that can receive wifi signal. What you need is the device that transmits the signal. It can either be wifi modem from clearwire or you can purchase a separate wifi router. I would advice the latter, plenty of choices on Amazon. Will likely be cheaper and work better.
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Yes it is. I have installed over a 100 of these units without any problems. You should have 4 switchable POE ports and one non-POE port for up link to your network. Make sure all switches are in the power on mode for each port and you should be good to go. If not, request a return for new product.