About this tag
Discussions about Wi-Fi extenders on WindowsForum.com cover common connection issues, network priority conflicts, and performance problems. Users report extenders defaulting over primary networks, password failures on work laptops, and slow speeds despite extenders working for other devices. Topics include configuring Ethernet to bypass extenders, managing old extended networks, and seeking apps for room-based extender switching. While extenders are used to improve coverage, stability concerns are noted, with some exploring second routers as alternatives. These threads reflect real-world troubleshooting for Windows 10 and 11 users dealing with extender-related network conflicts.
  1. J

    Windows 10 Ethernet Adapter Set UP

    Just purchased a new Ethernet adapter. I have two network settings: one is the EXT (extender) of the router. When I plug in the adapter it defaults to the EXT, even when I disable it. I need to use it on the "primary" network. I am using Windows 10, Dell Laptop PC. Thanks.
  2. dwight895

    Windows 10 bought wifi extender, but laptop won't connect

    my phone and surface connect to the extended wifi network just fine, but my work laptop cannot...i tried to connect then the password field briefly appears then it suddenly says "cannot connect to network"....tried rebooting to no avail note that this is a work PC and therefore my admin rights...
    • dwight895
    • Thread
    • admin rights connection extender laptop network password reboot troubleshooting wifi work pc
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Networking
  3. Hiram

    Windows 10 Delete old available networks [Window 10]

    My cable company changed my router. I'm trying to get rid of some old available networks. [I also have an extender] I've forgotten them everywhere, including the settings and Command Prompt. When I go to Manage known networks, they don't show. But when I tap the wifi button on the system tray...
    • Hiram
    • Thread
    • available networks cable provider command prompt extender network network management settings troubleshooting wifi windows 10
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. D

    Windows 10 Configuring Ethernet Connection to Use Home 5 Instead of WiFi Extender

    So I have 2 connections, Home 5 and a wifi extender in my office. The computer is not wifi and dosent hook up to the wifi extender box. It's still coming up as wifi extender on my ethernet not wifi. I would like it to be home 5 on the ethernet.
  5. E

    Windows 10 Internet Connection drops frequently and is very slow

    Hi, recently my internet on my desktop has gotten very slow (15mb to 2-3mb). This is connecting from the modem wireless, around 10 m away, not only this but sometimes the internet just turns off. Not the power to the modem but the internet just drops. Also whats more strange is that other...
    • Eric Sharley
    • Thread
    • connection desktop devices drops extender fluctuation internet iprimis issues modem network performance signal slow support troubleshooting wireless
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Networking
  6. M

    Windows 7 App Request for Smart WiFi Extender Connection Switching by Room

    I need an app that will connect to a lot of wifi extenders by putting one extender in each room in open air and connecting to that extender to each room, for example when i am to the first room should connect to the ssid of the extender to this room and connect to the other extender when i'm on...
    • Marios1441
    • Thread
    • app connection extender laptop network priority reception room ssid wifi
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Software
  7. louration

    Windows 8 How to get MiniTool Partition Wizard Professional Version license Giveaway?

    MiniTool is giving away Unlimited Free Licence Codes of MiniTool Partition Wizard Professional Edition 8.1.1 to Gizmo's dedicated users from May 20 to May 25. Link Removed About MiniTool Partition Wizard Professional Edition 8.1.1 As a partition magic alternative, MiniTool Partition Wizard...
    • louration
    • Thread
    • activation business code download extender features free giveaway installation license management merge minitool partition products professional resize software windows wizard
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  8. Gizibe

    Windows 7 Extending wireless network?

    Hello all. I was curious to know if anyone could give me suggestions on extending the wireless network broadcast throughout my house. I have been using a wireless extender, however as to be expected it is not stable by any means. The central connection (my PC) is at the back of the house...
    • Gizibe
    • Thread
    • broadcast connection extender network range router signal suggestions system stability wireless
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Windows Networking
  9. L

    Windows 8 Maximizing Coverage with the Netgear 3500RP WiFi Extender: Benefits and Insights

    I just got a Netgear 3500rp. Where this device will help you the most is the following. Say your router is inside on the first floor and you want t o go outside and use your computer. Though Wifi speed is affected towards the less side, a strong steady signal that you would not have without...
  10. L

    Windows 7 Info needed on wifi extenders and dual band routers?

    I am looking around for things that will help make my Verizon Fios Internet connection both stronger and faster. I have a 35meg. connection which at best seems to yield around 4 to 5 megs. per second. But, that of course is if I am in the house itself; and not outside like on the patio or...
    • lorenkjr1
    • Thread
    • connection dual band extender fios internet performance router speed verizon wifi
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Networking
  11. K

    Windows 7 XBOX 360 as extender crashes computer

    I have my XBOX 360 connected via ethernet cable and often times when I attempt to view Live TV or play a recorded show through the XBOX, it crashes the computer. I have 64 Bit Windows 7, 4 GB RAM, 2.8 GHz quad core, 1 GB XFX Radeon HD 5670, and use the AVerMedia A188 PCIe Pure ATSC TV Tuner...
    • kmeyer518
    • Thread
    • 4gb ram avermedia computer issues crash ethernet extender graphics card hardware live tv quad core recorded tv reinstall software streaming tech support troubleshooting tv tuner windows 7 xbox 360
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  12. N

    Windows 7 problem with dell laptop keypad

    hi, i have a dell inspiron 1545 laptop and i have a big problem when i type...example if i press q i get q' if i press w i get a screen with boxes reading Computer only Duplicate Extend Project only if i press k i get k1=8i and so on and so on..i have done system restore,clean install...
    • navara
    • Thread
    • av scans bios computer dell drivers duplicate extender inspiron installation keypad laptop project system restore tech support touchpad troubleshooting typing user experience windows zoom
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  13. 1

    Windows 7 [langtitle=da]Arbejdsgruppe - alle computer synlige.[/langtitle]

    Windows 7 Jeg har en router fra TDC, som min stationær PC er direkte koblet til med kabel. Der ud over har jeg 4 bærbar i huset, som alle køre via Wi-Fi, og som henter forbindelse fra 2 Net-Gear Extender (NetGear WNR612). Alle computerne er tilmeldt den samme arbejdsgruppe, men mit problem...
    • 1958stonefox
    • Thread
    • computer connectivity extender home network network router troubleshooting wifi windows 7 workgroup
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Networking
  14. Rule34

    Windows 7 Media Player / Extender

    At the moment I'm putting my vast DVD collection onto an external HDD (around 600 DVDS) using DVDFab. You know the drills , remove all the crappy ads , copyright warnings and the rest of the junk. I just want the films and nothing else. So, what's the best option for me ? Buy a "media player"...
    • Rule34
    • Thread
    • avi cost device comparison digital format dvd collection ease of use extender external drive family friendly hard drive home theater media device media player mkv playback quality recommendations software storage streaming video playback
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Networking
  15. D

    Windows 7 My computer can't add xbox as an extender to WMC but others can.

    Solved: see comments My computer info: Toshiba protege m750 S7212 Windows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1 Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU P8600 @ 2.40GHZ 2.40 GHz Ram: 4.00 GB (2.87 usable) 32-bit I can not get my Windows Media Center to connect to my xbox as an extender. I...
    • dmack09
    • Thread
    • computer setup driver issues error message extender firewall home entertainment home network intel media center network settings router configuration service pack streaming toshiba troubleshooting update windows 7 wmc compatibility xbox 360
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Software
  16. badg0003

    Windows 7 XBOX 360 Media Extender - Fails with Windows Firewall

    I've installed and re-installed the XBOX 360 Media Center Extender to many times to count. Each time I install it the thing fails - absolutely will not connect with my Xbox. The _only_ way I can get it to work is to disable the Windows Firewall. Probably not the ideal thing to do. Is there a...
    • badg0003
    • Thread
    • connection issues exception extender firewall gaming home media media center network issues performance slow browsing troubleshooting windows 7 wireless xbox 360
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  17. A

    Windows 7 Windows Media Center Xbox 360 Extender PROCCESSOR MAXXING OUT

    Hello my fiance recently bought my a Xbox 360 Slim. I setup the windows media center extender and it works fine. But my issue is with my Computer. My proccessor is maxxing out whenever the process for the Media Center Network is running. The only solution i have found is to end the process...
    • Aranox
    • Thread
    • acer amd cpu usage extender graphics high definition audio home premium maxxing out media center memory management network performance performance issues processor ram system specs troubleshooting windows windows 7 xbox 360
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Software
  18. Neurogenesis

    Windows 7 xbox 360 not playing entire song from Win 7 machine

    I have a library shared on the host pc and the 360 setup as an extender. The two see each other fine and the 360 DOES play the songs, just not the entire song, and it depends on the length of the file on how long it will play. The longer the song, the more it plays. The short the song, the...
  19. K

    Windows 7 Extend partition in windows 7

    hi i have installed win7 having 3 partitions each have sufficient amount of free space now i want to combine them to form single partition. how to do it . my friend told me about the extend option in the device management but it does not highlights when i right click on the drive to extend . an...
    • kotkashmir
    • Thread
    • disk management drive management extender free space installation merge partitions partition storage user inquiry windows 7
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  20. M

    Windows 7 Can't get my Xbox 360 to connect to Windows Media Centre

    Hi all, I really need help, I bought my PC with Windows 7 Home Premium (32 bit) in December last year. Connected my Xbox 360 and everything was running smooth, no issues. This past Saturday I decided to install a new hard drive ( as a new volume) and copied all my files ( video, music etc) to...
    • Mila
    • Thread
    • antivirus computer issues configuration error message extender file management firewall hard drive libraries media center media player network registry system restore tech support temp files troubleshooting windows 7 xbox 360
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support