Friday 31 January 2014

Wifi range increaser

If you have a wireless network installed in your home, you know that getting perfect reception can be tricky. Things like the simplest electrical devices can cause enough interference to reduce your wireless network range by up to 30%-40%. You can improve your range by installing the router away from other electronics, changing the channel, and using a hi-gain antenna.



Your wifi router must be installed in a central location, preferably mounted on a wall, and as far away as possible from other devices also running on 2.4 GHz, such as microwave ovens, baby monitors, and cordless phones. Even Bluetooth gadgets can cause trouble and affect the range of your wireless network. Anything from closed doors to odd corners can cause interference, so try to install the wireless router as close as possible to the source. Metal objects in general can also cause interference, as do windows and electronics.
Sometimes, you have no choice but to upgrade your wifi router if you want to noticeably improve its range. Old wifi routers have an output of 11 mbps, while the latest models can reach 300 mbps.

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