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WiFi for large house
Hi, i would like to know what is the best solution for upgrade my R8000 to support my second floor. Appreciate if i can get feedback on the below: 1. connect the R8000 with an Netgear extender via ...
A EX8000 would best connect to the R8000:
Thx all for the fast feedback.
So, one good option is to use EX8000, simple solution.
My question is: If i have an option to connect a LAN cable between the R8000 in the 1st floor to the 2nd floor, Is still EX8000 will be the best option or there are otehr betetr one?
the EX8000 is a great option. It its hardwired in (access point mode) it functions as a triband access point. I've used one and its worked great for me.
Honestly, if you have the option to run an ethernet cable upstairs, do that and get a WiFi Access Point (NOT a wifi "extender") for your upstairs WiFi. I do that with two R7000 routers (one as a DHCP router, one as an access point). The results are far superior to the Google Mesh system (basically a wifi router and a wifi extender) I got with Google Fiber.
Thanks Keith,
Is the connection stay stable when moving from floors? Is it recognized by the same WiFi network name?
