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Top choice for Wi-Fi is the one with the strongest signal and the best coverage area.

Top choice for Wi-Fi is the one with the strongest signal and the best coverage area.

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phlip9
Member
128
02-06-2023, 04:27 AM
#1
I'm trying to link with a Wi-Fi undernet using an Ethernet cable, but it's not stable enough for gaming. I also can't get 5G mobile internet through it. What's the best alternative? USB Wi-Fi, PCIe wireless, or a powerline adapter? A long Ethernet cord isn't working for me.
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phlip9
02-06-2023, 04:27 AM #1

I'm trying to link with a Wi-Fi undernet using an Ethernet cable, but it's not stable enough for gaming. I also can't get 5G mobile internet through it. What's the best alternative? USB Wi-Fi, PCIe wireless, or a powerline adapter? A long Ethernet cord isn't working for me.

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hrgriff
Senior Member
573
02-08-2023, 01:31 PM
#2
If your home has good electricity, use Powerline. Otherwise, go with PCIe Wi-Fi. USB Wi-Fi tends to be unreliable.
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hrgriff
02-08-2023, 01:31 PM #2

If your home has good electricity, use Powerline. Otherwise, go with PCIe Wi-Fi. USB Wi-Fi tends to be unreliable.

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BenWLewis
Junior Member
24
02-08-2023, 03:23 PM
#3
I understand, though I've had varied results with powerline. I suggested it to a friend recently, and he's found it effective, though in my building it only worked in some outlets—results might differ.
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BenWLewis
02-08-2023, 03:23 PM #3

I understand, though I've had varied results with powerline. I suggested it to a friend recently, and he's found it effective, though in my building it only worked in some outlets—results might differ.

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jammintan418
Member
192
02-08-2023, 04:39 PM
#4
You can try testing it yourself, but without a proper test method it might be risky. If you're unsure, opting for a PCIe Wi-Fi adapter could be a safer choice.
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jammintan418
02-08-2023, 04:39 PM #4

You can try testing it yourself, but without a proper test method it might be risky. If you're unsure, opting for a PCIe Wi-Fi adapter could be a safer choice.

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EzechielDLC
Member
67
02-10-2023, 06:58 AM
#5
Do you have a coaxial cable connecting your computer and router? If yes, check Moca—you’ll need to purchase them separately to test.
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EzechielDLC
02-10-2023, 06:58 AM #5

Do you have a coaxial cable connecting your computer and router? If yes, check Moca—you’ll need to purchase them separately to test.

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KingSmylie
Member
156
02-11-2023, 03:57 AM
#6
They should have noted that your provider provides its own service similar to Moca for a small monthly fee, allowing you to have two modems and routers near your home with Ethernet connections from each.
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KingSmylie
02-11-2023, 03:57 AM #6

They should have noted that your provider provides its own service similar to Moca for a small monthly fee, allowing you to have two modems and routers near your home with Ethernet connections from each.

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mcfarter
Member
178
02-18-2023, 07:58 PM
#7
Moca employs different frequency ranges compared to cable providers. It seems impossible for a modem to operate on the same channels as those used by cable companies. It appears you might have separate accounts. Some cable services permit multiple modems at one address, either by splitting the incoming line or running two connections from the tap—one to each modem. Moca specifically operates within 1 GHz to 1.5 GHz, which is outside the current cable network standards. This explains why both services can coexist on the same lines. I’m not claiming your provider doesn’t use Moca; most cable companies support whole-home DVR setups. However, a modem cannot be configured to use Moca bands for internet access. You might have a Moca adapter with several ports or a router, but no modem is designed to communicate via Moca frequencies.
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mcfarter
02-18-2023, 07:58 PM #7

Moca employs different frequency ranges compared to cable providers. It seems impossible for a modem to operate on the same channels as those used by cable companies. It appears you might have separate accounts. Some cable services permit multiple modems at one address, either by splitting the incoming line or running two connections from the tap—one to each modem. Moca specifically operates within 1 GHz to 1.5 GHz, which is outside the current cable network standards. This explains why both services can coexist on the same lines. I’m not claiming your provider doesn’t use Moca; most cable companies support whole-home DVR setups. However, a modem cannot be configured to use Moca bands for internet access. You might have a Moca adapter with several ports or a router, but no modem is designed to communicate via Moca frequencies.

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02-18-2023, 08:52 PM
#8
Perhaps I'm not explaining this very well considering I just let them set it up; here's an article about their specific service "Echo": http://stopthecap.com/2014/07/22/bright-...echnology/
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Bubbly_Bubbles
02-18-2023, 08:52 PM #8

Perhaps I'm not explaining this very well considering I just let them set it up; here's an article about their specific service "Echo": http://stopthecap.com/2014/07/22/bright-...echnology/

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Itzsonzy
Member
172
02-25-2023, 04:52 PM
#9
I thought it was a Moca adapter with an integrated API. It's interesting to see them adopting Moca technology beyond just TV boxes.
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Itzsonzy
02-25-2023, 04:52 PM #9

I thought it was a Moca adapter with an integrated API. It's interesting to see them adopting Moca technology beyond just TV boxes.