The 5GHz range of a single decox20 is not specified in the provided information.
The 5GHz range of a single decox20 is not specified in the provided information.
The setup you described could still achieve decent performance depending on conditions. With a 5400 ARCHER, a 5GHz signal over 10 meters (about 30 feet) is possible, especially if the extender is placed correctly and the glass is frosted. The wall thickness matters—2 inches of non-brick material helps, but 1.2 inches might be tighter. Using your own device as an extender could improve results, though signal strength drops with distance. It really depends on the exact setup and environment.
The situation is hard to pin down since WiFi performance hinges on various elements. Your setup might naturally suit the conditions, or it could be that your surroundings and router configuration limit it. I recently faced some 5ghz problems after a new neighbor moved in nearby. Despite having solid 5ghz coverage in my garage for years, the sudden change caused constant Wi-Fi drops. After checking, there’s minimal activity on those channels, but my phone reports an extremely bad signal (-84dB) and switches to cellular because it deems the connection too weak. I ended up adding a second UniFi AP in mesh mode, which significantly improved performance. Overall, it’s unclear exactly what changed, but 5ghz can be unpredictable due to interference from many uncontrollable factors.
2 should handle 2500 sq ft, though signal quality might be inconsistent in some areas. I’d settle for around 3… Are you referring to backhaul? I’m not sure those settings are adjustable, are they? Most mesh networks I’ve seen let the backhaul negotiate automatically, so users can’t change it. Generally, they stick to 5GHz. Luckily, the routers and access points have significantly more transmit and receive power than a phone or laptop will. Even if your device struggles in that spot, it should still connect well to the main unit.
i plan to use a 5ghz connection for the backhaul. The setup involves one base unit linked to a satellite via Ethernet, then another unit connects wirelessly to a third satellite in between. Because the Ethernet link is long, I’m concerned about whether either device can maintain a stable connection to the third satellite over 5ghz. My Archer C5400 works well, but it keeps restarting frequently even when running at optimal temperature and powered through a solid UPS. This suggests it may be failing after six years of continuous use, which would require a replacement. It would also be convenient to avoid switching networks too often, especially since the router is older than TP-Link Onemesh.
It’s important because the distance affects signal quality and speed. Longer backhauls can cause delays and reduce performance.