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WiFi Extender
Hi, I have Internet through Spectrum, and recently changed from their router to an R6700v3, as their new routers only broadcast one SSID for both bands. It gave me too many issues with smart plugs, l...
You get good speed outside the building. The metal walls are blocking. Pretty normal for metal exteriors. They're great at blocking wifi.
option?
actually use 2 extenders. But mount the first one outside the building and connect an ethernet wire to it that you run inside the building. connect the 2nd extender inside the building and connect the ethernet wire to it and set it up in access point mode.
That'll allow you to have the speed the exterior device is having but hardwired to the inside. You might just want to put the exterior one in a weatherproof enclosure.
Thanks, I just went out with my phone, and standing outside the door, I get about 145mb on the 5ghz. Of course once I go inside, I can't get 5ghz, only 2.4, and that is only 4 to 5mb. If I open the door, I can get about 18mb so obviously the aluminum and the walls block plenty. Though I have gotten around 8 to 9mb through the extender with the door closed but it is not consistant. I'm open to suggestions, though I fear the right answer may be be difficult. Would a mesh W6 router be any better? Thanks again!
You get good speed outside the building. The metal walls are blocking. Pretty normal for metal exteriors. They're great at blocking wifi.
option?
actually use 2 extenders. But mount the first one outside the building and connect an ethernet wire to it that you run inside the building. connect the 2nd extender inside the building and connect the ethernet wire to it and set it up in access point mode.
That'll allow you to have the speed the exterior device is having but hardwired to the inside. You might just want to put the exterior one in a weatherproof enclosure.
Thank you, I'll have to look into that. It may be the best option. I appreciate the help!
good luck!