WiFi pc in one area, router elsewhere. Need assistance!
WiFi pc in one area, router elsewhere. Need assistance!
Consider using a PCI Wi-Fi card. You already have one in your bedroom upstairs, while the family computer with Ethernet is in the lounge downstairs. Your current card works well and is affordable, so you don’t need to install new hardware unless you want extra speed or features.
Your home is on the first floor only, without any basement. How does your flooring look? Is it carpet or hardwood? What about the baseboards—are they easy to remove or replace? Regarding the layout, is there a central hallway connecting most of the rooms? You might also consider purchasing a strong WiFi router or installing multiple routers in this configuration. One idea is to buy half-inch copper pipes, paint them matching the ceiling or walls, and run them in the upper corners of the rooms to conceal the wiring. Powerline isn’t ideal, as you mentioned, and I was advised by a Canada Computers employee years ago to avoid it.
They might not always work perfectly, but I’ve found they function fine in my home without any problems. It really depends on the situation.
It mainly hinges on whether both rooms share the same breaker. If they do, problems should be avoided unless there are other complications. This involves checking the panel and hoping the wiring hasn't been misplaced by previous owners or mistakes made during installation. Running Ethernet between rooms shouldn't be costly, especially if you already have multiple routers and a basement is complete. The total cost could stay under $500 CAD for a 3-story home with 4 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, etc., depending on the layout and measurements.