Support for wireless connections

yalo29
Senior Member

641

01-10-2016, 03:38 PM

Hello, I’m looking for advice on improving my home Wi-Fi setup. My apartment is around 1300 square feet with a fast fiber connection of 1Gbps/100Mbps. The router I have is the Technicolor TG789VAC v2, placed in the living room because the fiber port is there. For my PCs in rooms 2, 3 and the concrete room (required by local regulations), I’m using MoCA adapters that work well with my existing cable setup. The problem appears when trying to connect from the hallway or other areas—signal drops quickly, especially in room 2. The hallway is narrow and has a low ceiling due to the air conditioner. You mentioned considering a new router like the TP-Link Archer C9 and using it as a bridge with my current Technicolor unit. What would you suggest?

yalo29

01-10-2016, 03:38 PM #1

VeraquinGaming
Member

209

01-10-2016, 06:23 PM

You might consider a powerline WiFi repeater or a mesh router kit for better coverage.

VeraquinGaming

01-10-2016, 06:23 PM #2

You might consider a powerline WiFi repeater or a mesh router kit for better coverage.

Tyler12959
Junior Member

01-11-2016, 02:32 AM

I've been utilizing a mesh kit for roughly three months and it performs excellently. For those interested: TP-link deco m5

Tyler12959

01-11-2016, 02:32 AM #3

I've been utilizing a mesh kit for roughly three months and it performs excellently. For those interested: TP-link deco m5

PaigeOfTheBook
Senior Member

733

01-12-2016, 07:29 PM

I suggest a versatile mesh kit for flexibility. Place the second one near the router to maintain strong coverage and reduce dead zones.

PaigeOfTheBook

01-12-2016, 07:29 PM #4

I suggest a versatile mesh kit for flexibility. Place the second one near the router to maintain strong coverage and reduce dead zones.

Shootings
Junior Member

01-14-2016, 05:49 AM

Typically, most mesh systems are organized in groups of three, meaning you’d have one near the router, another near the concrete space using a powerline as the main connection, and a third in room one.

Shootings

01-14-2016, 05:49 AM #5

kyanator
Member

01-14-2016, 08:59 AM

Unifi LR is a good choice for one AP in your hallway. It can cover multiple rooms. Mesh networks are an option if running cables isn't possible, though they may reduce speed.

kyanator

01-14-2016, 08:59 AM #6

Unifi LR is a good choice for one AP in your hallway. It can cover multiple rooms. Mesh networks are an option if running cables isn't possible, though they may reduce speed.