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TBoy1
Apr 01, 2023Aspirant
Have a Nighthawk C7000v2 AC1900
Need to extend wifi signal to two of the 4 upstairs bedrooms. The Router is in the basement den and does a great job for the basement and second floor. However the third floor where the bedrooms are ...
- Apr 01, 2023
TBoy1 wrote:
as it might interfere with the signal.
You've put your finger on the key issue there, "might" could also be one of those "cover your rear" warnings that suppliers of electronic stuff like to toss around.
Test your inner scientist and see if it really does interfere.
What is it behind the TV that connects the TV router to the Internet? Ethernet wiring?
I'm with plemans. If possible avoid adding another box to the network.
michaelkenward
Apr 01, 2023Guru - Experienced User
TBoy1 wrote:
Need to extend wifi signal to two of the 4 upstairs bedrooms. The Router is in the basement den ....
Probably the worst place to put a WiFi source.
I could move the router to the second floor but it would be next to a TV.
Good idea, as long as the WiFi still gets to the basement.
What's the problem with the TV being there? They aren't likely to interfere with each other. You could even plug the TV into the router, if it has that feature.
Looking for suggestions for a good Netgear extender to place in the hall of the 3rd floor where the wifi signal is decent. Thanks
Start here and plug in your needs:
WiFi Boosters & Extenders | Wifi Range Extenders | NETGEAR
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TBoy1
Apr 01, 2023Aspirant
Thanks for reply. Use to have a TV in the basement but kids are gone and no longer have one there. Really not too concerned over wifi down in basement. My second story access point is behind a 50 inch TV. I can place the router beside the TV but I read the router needs to be 6 feet from the TV. as it might interfere with the signal.
Thanks again
- michaelkenwardApr 01, 2023Guru - Experienced User
TBoy1 wrote:
as it might interfere with the signal.
You've put your finger on the key issue there, "might" could also be one of those "cover your rear" warnings that suppliers of electronic stuff like to toss around.
Test your inner scientist and see if it really does interfere.
What is it behind the TV that connects the TV router to the Internet? Ethernet wiring?
I'm with plemans. If possible avoid adding another box to the network.