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Can Repeater Use Same Ssid?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 7 min read
Can Repeater Use Same Ssid?
When you are setting up your Wifi network range extender, some extender models offer you the ability to use the same or different SSID. We recommend you to use a different SSID than your main router even if you have the choice to use the same SSID.

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Simply so, should a wifi extender have the same SSID?

So, basically, if you use an extender (or multiple APs) for the same network, then either use different SSIDs, or make sure that a device can only see one SSID source for the network. Yes, it will work if you use the same SSID, but for the most consistent performance I would always use different SSIDs.

Furthermore, how many repeaters can you use in a network? Yes, you can use 2 extenders with a few caveats. Do not wirelessly connect one extender to another. Performance for the second extender will usually be unsatisfactory. Therefore, each extender should connect to the main router.

Then, how can I extend my wifi range with the same SSID?

To extend your home network:

  1. Connect two access points to the same network.
  2. Make sure that there is only 1 DHCP server.
  3. Use the same wireless network name (SSID) for both AP's.
  4. Use the same password and encryption settings for both AP's.
  5. Enjoy!

Can I have two WIFI networks with the same name?

Even connecting devices may jump between the networks and not necessarily from the weaker one to the stronger one. If the same name wifi has different passwords then there is no problem. Even if one device tries to connect to different wifi of the same name, but different security password, it will not connect.

Related Question Answers

Does a WiFi extender create a new network?

They replicate an existing connection without creating a new network, so bandwidth is not affected. Often, WiFi extenders connect to the network via electrical outlets. This extends your existing network to a new location, without retransmitting data or creating a separate wireless network.

Can I use the same SSID for 2.4 and 5ghz?

Almost all current wireless devices support both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz frequencies. Older 2.4Ghz only devices will just connect to the 2.4Ghz frequency and not even see the 5Ghz frequency, so having the same SSID will work fine for them.
Maya Lin-Takahashi
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Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.