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Forums › LAN (ethernet/Wifi/routers/Bluetooth) › Help - Spark Smart modem VRV9517 to Wireless Repeater
WarwickB

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#302167 3-Nov-2022 19:34
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Can anyone help with how to configure a Spark Smart modem VRV9517 to work as a Wireless Repeater. I have this spare router and want to connect wirelessly in our other building - so unable to run an ethernet cable - but there is good wifi reception at the start of the building from the original wifi - just can't work out how to configure it.

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shk292
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  #2991659 3-Nov-2022 19:57
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You can't configure most routers / APs as repeaters or WiFi "receivers" (for cable onwards connection).  You need a specific repeater, or most travel routers will also do this

 

Not sure if the Spark one has this feature - have you been told it does?



WarwickB

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  #2991674 3-Nov-2022 22:01
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No hadn't been told on this one - just seen instructions online for configuring other routers. Thanks

PJ48
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  #2993219 7-Nov-2022 18:08
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I am not sure that it is possible. I have a spare Smart mesh 1 at home that would do the job, if you wanted to DM me.



Basil12
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  #2993257 7-Nov-2022 18:51
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I use an old Vodafone router as a repeater. I find it a strain each time I do it but the following pages have always been very useful:

 

https://www.geekzone.co.nz/forums.asp?forumid=66&topicid=233664

 

https://www.geekzone.co.nz/forums.asp?forumid=66&topicid=123457

 

 

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