@Kevin_Z I think that does help. Just to be sure though, you are saying that, other than when you originally clone your wireless router's SSID, all the traffic between this device and your wireless...

@Kevin_Z Thank you for the reply but it doesn't give me the answer. I already have multiple to-link powerline adapters, so know how they work. I also know the difference between a WiFi access point...

I'm looking to add another powerline adapter but like the idea of integrated wifi, but I'd like to know whether these devices act as range extenders or access points. I already have a range extender...