Positioning of the router antennas can improve signal quality.
Positioning of the router antennas can improve signal quality.
Your ASUS AC58U works well with both positioning suggestions. The side antennas can be set at 45 degrees for optimal coverage, and positioning them at 90 degrees is also valid. Choose the setting that suits your setup best.
Based on the antenna type and router information, the signal spreads in a circular pattern. At 90 degrees you get optimal coverage for a single-story home or a single floor. A 45-degree angle covers more floors, but the size of your house probably doesn't change this much.
Cover just one floor—router height matters. For a 90-degree angle, position the outer antennas at that setting; it fits your preference. Adjust based on your specific setup and coverage needs.
Assuming we're still working within the doughnut idea, 90 degrees makes sense. If it's near the PC, why not connect it to an Ethernet port?
It's improbable you're always experiencing the same speed and latency. With WiFi, performance can drop suddenly due to interference, while a physical connection bypasses this issue entirely. From a logical perspective, it makes sense to minimize radiation when you don't require it.