Problems with lag spikes occur when performance drops unexpectedly.
Problems with lag spikes occur when performance drops unexpectedly.
Range extenders add a bit of slowdown and delay, particularly when connected through Wi-Fi to your main router. Have you considered disabling them for a test to check if performance improves with a direct connection?
When you invest in range extenders, you're agreeing to restrictions manufacturers hide: slower speeds near the extender and increased delay. Wireless coverage only reaches your dead zones, which isn't much help. These devices are a weak fix for WiFi gaps. What you're seeing is a result of the main router handling both networking tasks and wireless talks with extenders. That constant back-and-forth slows down communication, especially when many clients connect. A smarter approach would be installing additional wireless access points—link them via Ethernet to your primary router—and place them where coverage is needed most. Keep their range just enough to overlap slightly, avoiding crowded signals and roaming issues.
Consider using extenders that link directly to the router for a more stable connection.
They appear to be part of a mesh network, but we don’t have details on the manufacturer or model. Remember what I just mentioned earlier...
Sorry, I'm not sure what's happening. The model of your Wi-Fi extenders is TL-WPA4226.