Should I add an additional Wi-Fi router? (alien.top)

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I am living in an apartment where the wifi is included in our rent payment. I can’t change it or have control of the router. The company is WhiteSky. I have a 5ghz and 2.4ghz system running. None of my smart decides will connect to the Wi-Fi. This includes google nest doorbell, Kasa smart plugs, and a Pura fragrance device. I tried to get the 5ghz turned off for me to connect my devices and then have it turned on. The customer service was horrendous, so I am looking for an alternative option. My property manager suggested to add an additional router that would allow the devices to connect to it. Our original router is mounted at the top of a wall and we cannot add any holes in walls. Is there a wireless Ethernet plugin that is a router? Or any suggestions?

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[-] MrMotofy@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago

So you want us to suggest a device that will connect to your equipment and solve your needs...but you don't tell us what the equipment is or what connection options it has...that's a real problem. If you have an RJ45 port on it you can plug in any normal router or AP with switch.

That "should" work

this post was submitted on 19 Nov 2023

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