I am trying to add a wireless repeater to my network to get more (better) coverage in the flat.
I've activated the "Enable Wireless Repeater" feature on my Netgear wireless router and switched to WEP security (because the Repeater function only functions with WEP or no security). Fine. I do this and change WPA passwords to WEP passwords on the laptops. Laptops connect to the wireless network. So far so good.
I follow the install wizard on the included CD-ROM from the TP-Link Wireless Repeater I just purchased. It guides me through and the light indicating that it's linked and working goes on. However, my computer tells me there is some sort of IP address conflict. This is when things start breaking down.
Now when the TP-Link Wireless Repeater is on and connected (as per the indicator light), my laptops cannot connect the the Netgear router - or any signal for that matter. Networks are a bit out of my depth. I only know there are some conflicts in the settings. Any suggested solutions?