Network problems and relocation concerns
Network problems and relocation concerns
I’m not familiar with modems or internet setups. The location I’m moving to only provides Wi-Fi with slow speeds if we use the landlord’s connection. The real estate agent misled me about having a separate internet option. Previous tenants relied on the landlord’s Wi-Fi and a repeater, which had low signal strength (5 down, .64 up). My equipment—servers and a desktop—won’t work with that setup. There’s a coaxial cable available, but I’m unsure if plugging in a modem would provide usable internet. This is my last resort. We’ve already submitted a notice to end the lease.
Yes, since the ISP uses the coax cable for service, it's connected properly.
It’s probable the coax cable on the wall links to a splitter at some point in the building. For optimal cable internet (if available), you’d need to either replace the splitter—sometimes done by the service provider—or install a dedicated line. Even then, due to the age of your home, the coax connection might not deliver the best performance. You could still set up a device that connects your internal network to your landlord’s Wi-Fi, giving you a more reliable local connection while relying on their external service for overall speed.
Slower speeds limit my daily activities significantly. It also prevents me from using Netflix, working remotely, or managing web servers. Essentially, I’d have to relocate just for internet access. The price seems reasonable, but it would be frustrating if it meant losing other essential services. Hopefully, the solution will allow cable internet instead.
Cable modems require a strong signal. Usually, you want no more than a two-way splitter between the incoming main line and the modem. Still, it’s tough to know the wiring without checking. Hopefully your landlord is open to helping you get the service installed. If not, let him know you’re relocating and he can find someone else for poor internet.
As a landlord offering internet, I don’t mind if they provide their own service. I won’t reduce your rent because of it. This is the top package an ISP provides. I’ve added wiring for coax, DSL, or fiber in your place, and the installation should be smooth.
I never asked for them to lower the rent. Where did I ever mention that? One of the queries they asked their agent was about having our own internet connection—essentially in those terms. Only after signing the lease were we informed to use the landlord’s WiFi, which is only about one bar on my laptop and two bars on my phone. Being misled really bothers me, and they needed two extensions because of our move for a new job. Sure, it makes sense, but there are many other issues. We had already submitted our 60-day notice to end the lease. I learned my lesson the hard way: everything must be in writing and signed before proceeding. Otherwise, it’s better to stick with a company rather than an individual. That is the best package the ISP provides, though another provider offers similar rates at the same address—150 down, 10 up, for the same cost. I have no idea why the price differs, but they don’t seem concerned. They told me we wouldn’t need internet much and that “it will be free for you to use.” That’s a lot of nonsense. As stated, our 60-day notice was given, and we haven’t even moved in yet. So over three months, we paid and didn’t move at all.
We've already sent the notice, just for three months then it was gone. I plan to speak with the landlord once they return from their holidays, not with their agent who keeps lying, being a disgrace, and speaking little English. He claims to have worked in tech before but is clearly unskilled, especially with technology. He said .64 up is enough for anything, and Netflix would work even on 5 down, but streaming just one SD video and nothing else doesn't seem practical.