Can you use a BT Home Hub 3 as a repeater?

You can’t use it as a repeater, but if you connect it by Ethernet to the Hub6 you can use it as a wireless access point. Just give it an address outside of the Hub6 DHCP range, say 192.168. 1.20, and turn off DHCP.

Can you use a BT router as a repeater?

The HH5 can be used as a wireless repeater and has to be connected to the router via an ethernet cable, connect the 2nd hub to your pc via the ethernet port, access BT Home Hub Manager on the iP address of 192.168.

Is a repeater better than a router?

A repeater does not have router or modem functionality, nor can it function as a standalone wireless access point; it relies on getting wireless signals from another access point that it can pass on (repeat). In many cases, the Wi-Fi repeater can do more to boost the problems than the signals.

How can I extend the range of my BT Home Hub?

You don’t have to stop there! Your home network can be expanded at any time, simply by plugging in another standard or WiFi HomePlug adapter. All of the areas in your home which suffer from weak, intermittent or even non-existent signal can now connect effortlessly to the Internet.

Are old BT hubs worth anything?

Nope, they’re yours to keep, especially if you bought it yourself!

Can I use a BT hub 6 as an extender?

Yes, it is actually possible. On the slave device, turn off DHCP and give the unit a fixed local IP address withing te normal range of the primary. Set up the WiFi passwords and off you go.

What is better a WiFi booster or extender?

WiFi Network Extenders are the best WiFi boosters for consistent, reliable high speed WiFi to every floor and corner of your home. Unlike repeaters or range extenders that rebroadcast existing WiFi signals, Actiontec’s WiFi Network Extenders communicate directly with your gateway or WiFi router using a wire.

Can you have 2 BT hubs in the same house?

You can’t have two BT Home Hubs directly connected to a broadband-enabled phone line at the same time – you can only have one Broadband Advice modem in use on any one line. The best option is to site your Home Hub close to your TV (for Vision), then use a USB wi-fi adapter for your PC upstairs.

What do you do with old hubs?

Basically you protectively-wrap the old Hub, and its power-cable, put them in the green bag, stick a “barcode label” onto the bag (this is a detachable part of the address label used when they delivered the new kit to you), take it to the Post Office, and get a receipt.

Can I use my old BT Hub?

Well, the answer is Yes! All you need is an old BT Hub and an ethernet connection between them. Step 2: Disconnect from your main BT Hub and connect either by Wi-Fi or ethernet to your old BT Hub, you should not have internet access, otherwise you’re connected to your current hub.