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6.
In each Network Name (SSID) field, type a network name.
7.
Click the SAVE button.
Your settings are saved.
Turn Off the SSID Broadcast to Create a Hidden Network
By default, the extender broadcasts its WiFi signal so that its wireless network names
(SSIDs) are easy for you to find and connect to from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
You can turn off the SSID broadcast to create a hidden WiFi network. To connect to a hidden
network you must know its SSID and password and manually enter them.
To turn off the SSID broadcast to create a hidden network:
1.
On your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, open the WiFi connection manager
and locate and connect to the extender WiFi network.
2.
Launch a web browser.
3.
Enter www.mywifiext.net in the address field of the browser.
A login window opens.
4.
Enter your user name and password.
The Status page displays.
5.
Select Settings > Wireless.
The Wireless page displays.
6.
Clear the Broadcast the Network name (SSID) check box.
7.
Click the SAVE button.
Your settings are saved.
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