10D-Link DIR-869 User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewWhat is a Wireless Extender?In Extender Mode, the DIR-869 AC1750 Wi-Fi Router operates in conjunction with your existing networking equipment toprovide Wi-Fi for parts of your home or office that may have poor or no reception. Use this mode with an existing router whichis sharing your Internet connection. Place the DIR-869 in an area where you wish to get Wi-Fi, but is reachable by Ethernetcables or Wireless signals from your uplink network.Create a Wireless Network Using Ethernet (Access Point Mode)Extender ModeNote: Extend Your Wireless Network using Wi-Fi (Extender Mode) available via firmware update in Q2 2016.Extend Your Wireless Network Using Wi-Fi (Extender Mode)BroadbandConnection Device(e.g. DSL/Cable Modem)ExistingRouterInternetDIR-869Extender ModeWired and Wireless DevicesBroadbandConnection Device(e.g. DSL/Cable Modem)ExistingRouterInternetDIR-869Access Point ModeWired and Wireless Devices