Posted: Sun Dec 20, 2020 2:39 Post subject: Repeater Mode Options?
I am trying to turn my WRT1900AC into a repeater.
Already have it running the latest FW for this device per:
"ftp://ftp.dd-wrt.com/betas/2020/12-18-2020-r45036/linksys-wrt1900ac/"
I see, in the wireless mode menu, there are the following options:
AP
Client
Client Bridge (Routed)
WDS Station
WDS Station (Mikrotik)
WDS AP
I tried to set it up as a WDS device, per some online videos... but see I also need access to the main router in the house. (To set MAC addresses, WPA Passwords and Network Channels)
I unfortunately cannot log into the the main(non-ddwrt'd) router, as it is a router+modem from our local telephone company, who will not give out the log-in credentials.
Does anyone have a suggestion on if its possible for me to configure this device to repeat any traffic it sees. (Wireless)
Any help would be greatly appreciated. (as I have been stumped for some time now)
The network says its WPA2, but I don't know if it uses AES, TKIP, and/or SHA
I think you'll have to use trial and error approach. See which one works for you. But usually its AES. Use a software called "acrylic wifi analyzer" and it will tell you exactly which security your wifi network uses.