Set up Wi-Fi in a metal structure for reliable connectivity.
Set up Wi-Fi in a metal structure for reliable connectivity.
Use an Ubiquiti AP that connects to your current router or a TP-Link CPE210 directed toward your outdoor area. Because metal interference reduces connectivity, positioning the AP where it's visible through the window offers improved access.
The decision to use windows isn’t something I chose. I mentioned this in my initial response. My priorities aren’t affected by that. That’s why I started seeking wireless options right away. I’m limited to managing the technology and the shed; nothing else.
You might attempt it, but I question the improvement. Repeaters should amplify strong signals; repeating weak ones yields poor results. Another try is possible, yet it’s likely more expensive and offers little gain. The main issue remains the all-metal bunker, which hinders WiFi performance. Pointing a directional antenna at the window won’t cover the whole area—you’d need a bridge to extend coverage inside. If you have conduit from the house, running cables through it could work.
I value all the feedback on this matter. Right now my setup uses a TP link repeater connected to OneMesh and linked to the main router at home. It’s not ideal, but it provides functional Wi-Fi in the shed with decent performance.