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ShadowMage612
Junior Member
11
01-24-2016, 04:57 AM
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I plan to relocate the modem tomorrow from the living room to my bedroom so I can finally connect my gaming PC to Ethernet without interference from Wi-Fi. However, I’m facing some issues right now. Our home is large, and the basement is enormous, which means coverage gaps will likely appear in those areas. I currently have a basic Netgear router linked to the Comcast modem without any antennas. I reside in my uncle’s house because I don’t mind missing coverage elsewhere. But my uncle watches TV and streams movies downstairs, so I need reliable signals there too. Right now, cost isn’t an issue. What suggestions do you have? Should I consider range extenders or get a new router? But since the new router would connect to the modem and the modem stays in my room, it feels like I’m stuck.
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ShadowMage612
01-24-2016, 04:57 AM #1

I plan to relocate the modem tomorrow from the living room to my bedroom so I can finally connect my gaming PC to Ethernet without interference from Wi-Fi. However, I’m facing some issues right now. Our home is large, and the basement is enormous, which means coverage gaps will likely appear in those areas. I currently have a basic Netgear router linked to the Comcast modem without any antennas. I reside in my uncle’s house because I don’t mind missing coverage elsewhere. But my uncle watches TV and streams movies downstairs, so I need reliable signals there too. Right now, cost isn’t an issue. What suggestions do you have? Should I consider range extenders or get a new router? But since the new router would connect to the modem and the modem stays in my room, it feels like I’m stuck.

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Sushi292
Member
179
01-25-2016, 07:26 AM
#2
Repeaters or a small number of routers function similarly to switches, providing distinct Wi-Fi connections for various areas or levels.
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Sushi292
01-25-2016, 07:26 AM #2

Repeaters or a small number of routers function similarly to switches, providing distinct Wi-Fi connections for various areas or levels.

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SquishyJelly3
Member
181
01-25-2016, 10:13 AM
#3
You're asking about the meaning of "few routers" and how to use switches instead of modems. It seems you want to understand the setup and connection methods.
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SquishyJelly3
01-25-2016, 10:13 AM #3

You're asking about the meaning of "few routers" and how to use switches instead of modems. It seems you want to understand the setup and connection methods.

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XxcocoxX
Junior Member
1
02-13-2016, 01:24 AM
#4
Collect some routers and connect them to your modem.
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XxcocoxX
02-13-2016, 01:24 AM #4

Collect some routers and connect them to your modem.

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ComboHax
Member
184
02-15-2016, 04:37 PM
#5
If there were no financial issues, I would physically lay Ethernet cables through the walls connecting Ubiquiti access points to the main router.
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ComboHax
02-15-2016, 04:37 PM #5

If there were no financial issues, I would physically lay Ethernet cables through the walls connecting Ubiquiti access points to the main router.

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facegat
Junior Member
15
02-23-2016, 01:28 PM
#6
Of course money isn't an issue, but I'm stuck in my own home. He finally chose to install the modem after he took it back to the living room last time—no wonder he lost all the coverage upstairs. He said today I can get it back, but with one condition: I need to secure coverage downstairs and throughout the house.
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facegat
02-23-2016, 01:28 PM #6

Of course money isn't an issue, but I'm stuck in my own home. He finally chose to install the modem after he took it back to the living room last time—no wonder he lost all the coverage upstairs. He said today I can get it back, but with one condition: I need to secure coverage downstairs and throughout the house.

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Anselhero
Senior Member
582
02-25-2016, 01:23 AM
#7
A solid router can help address the issue.
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Anselhero
02-25-2016, 01:23 AM #7

A solid router can help address the issue.

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gavin_shaka
Senior Member
535
02-25-2016, 10:53 PM
#8
A superior router usually doesn't boost signal reach. Most routers function at the highest power level permitted by the FCC. A higher-performing router might offer quicker speeds and a steadier link in regions where you already have coverage. The optimal method to extend signal to new areas is through access points. You can either physically connect them or implement a mesh network. The drawback of mesh systems is they can strain a busy Wi-Fi space and may cause intermittent drops. They also introduce some delay.
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gavin_shaka
02-25-2016, 10:53 PM #8

A superior router usually doesn't boost signal reach. Most routers function at the highest power level permitted by the FCC. A higher-performing router might offer quicker speeds and a steadier link in regions where you already have coverage. The optimal method to extend signal to new areas is through access points. You can either physically connect them or implement a mesh network. The drawback of mesh systems is they can strain a busy Wi-Fi space and may cause intermittent drops. They also introduce some delay.

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Velizar06
Posting Freak
865
02-26-2016, 07:30 AM
#9
In short, there doesn’t seem to be a fix available. Since your router already has integrated antennas, you might want to try adjusting antenna settings or checking for interference.
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Velizar06
02-26-2016, 07:30 AM #9

In short, there doesn’t seem to be a fix available. Since your router already has integrated antennas, you might want to try adjusting antenna settings or checking for interference.

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Nicorichard
Junior Member
5
03-05-2016, 04:12 PM
#10
Explore mesh Wi-Fi solutions, they can swap your existing router and deliver the necessary coverage at a reasonable cost. https://www.amazon.com/Best-Sellers-Elec...7935294011
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Nicorichard
03-05-2016, 04:12 PM #10

Explore mesh Wi-Fi solutions, they can swap your existing router and deliver the necessary coverage at a reasonable cost. https://www.amazon.com/Best-Sellers-Elec...7935294011

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