WiFi coverage extends to the workshop and approximately 150 feet from there.
WiFi coverage extends to the workshop and approximately 150 feet from there.
I need to set up reliable WiFi in your workshop and extend it to the dock. The space is 70 by 30 feet with full interior access, so picking a suitable router should be straightforward. Extending coverage roughly 150 feet to the lake dock is a big goal—considering the 20-foot wide dock, you might want a directional antenna to focus the signal effectively. Since you prefer avoiding repeaters or external APs unless necessary, look for a strong indoor antenna that can handle both coverage and distance. This will help ensure consistent connectivity throughout the building and beyond.
Optimal solution is to lay a cable to the dock and install an additional access point. Expect weak signal coverage over that distance, even with a directional antenna. It’s more practical to use an access point rather than a router.
I believe these options might fit your requirements, but you should investigate further since I don’t know the necessary parts.
Think you experienced the same issue. Recently, my main router at home—which is connected to a surge protector—failed. The only other connection not protected by a surge protector was a 200-foot Cat5e cable running underground through conduit to my workshop router. I checked the workshop router and it was also dead. Only these two devices were impacted. I’m considering replacing the workshop router, since I’ve already swapped out my home router, and I was hoping it would improve coverage in the dock area. But maybe it’s just a hopeful guess.
That's why you either install the Ethernet cables directly or use Fiber because it doesn't conduct electricity. The antennas you mentioned are designed for connecting point to point, not for extended wireless coverage. Remember the device needs to send signals as well.
You're welcome! Yes, there are alternatives beyond commercial-grade antennas for general use. Consider DIY options or budget-friendly models designed for home or small-scale applications. Let me know if you'd like recommendations!
He seems to have moved to fiber internet recently. I’m not sure who it was. I think I signed up, but it’s hard to recall. @Modifyinc I noticed the YouTuber used some Ubiquiti equipment, so I checked their website and found their antennas. It looks like you’ll need several components together, so naming them might help. The YouTuber runs his own ISP, meaning his gear was likely the premium Ubiquiti models. I also did some research and came across pages that describe your home setup and shopping needs.