You can limit the Wi-Fi coverage by adjusting settings or changing the router position.
You can limit the Wi-Fi coverage by adjusting settings or changing the router position.
You can limit the Wi-Fi coverage by adjusting the transmission power settings on your Asus AX 5400 router. Setting the power saving mode reduces the signal strength, which may decrease the overall range. However, if you're already using the lowest setting and mobile devices still show full Wi-Fi bars, it might be due to interference or other network factors rather than just power output.
I don’t require a wide Wi-Fi coverage. I just need a range sufficient for two apartments, not the whole building.
This idea doesn't really matter unless you're running a big business with millions. With a strong password and turned off any PIN or WPS settings, you're essentially secure and nobody can get in. It's wiser to keep things simple and maintain good performance.
Have you considered trying to construct a box to cover the router? Various materials could yield different outcomes.
Adjust the power level or reduce the signal near the walls. I could play around with lead paint jokes, but someone might interpret that seriously. It’s tough enough to manage with a home Wi-Fi connection; doing it in an apartment is pointless, honestly. Unless you’re going to blanket every wall in shielding and lose all cellular access.
WiFi coverage extends further than you think, but reliability drops quickly. With a strong antenna correctly set, you can capture signals much farther than expected—potentially miles away. The key issue is that the signal becomes extremely weak after just a few hundred feet, especially with obstacles like walls. Changing router settings won’t make a real difference. The main concern isn’t about distance itself, but about neighbor interference. Most people mention this to highlight security risks; lowering power won’t significantly impact protection. In reality, encryption is the best defense, and WPA2 currently has no known vulnerabilities. If an exploit exists, it’s unlikely to target your setup.