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theshield's avatar
theshield
Guide
Jan 07, 2020

Extender/Booster

I want to install a wifi system for garage door , but my wifi is weak .  I want a device with best security .  Do I , install an Extender or a Booster and which Model . Additionally, does it matter if all lights on the router flash rapidly ?

 

Thank You

Hardware

4 Replies

  • Christian_R's avatar
    Christian_R
    NETGEAR Employee Retired
    Jan 14, 2020

    Hello theshield, 


    Thank you for your interest in our products! Tell us a little more about the setup you currently have such as the router or gateway. It'll help us gauge which extender we can recommend for you.

     

    Christian 

    • theshield's avatar
      theshield
      Guide
      Jan 15, 2020

      Dear Christian, I have a Netgear AC 1750/R6400 Dual Band . It is located in the basement Mancave , basement is block built . I currently run 6 devices on it split between 2.4 and 5 GHZ . I get some wifi connectivity in the garage , but it disconnects periodically . I need something strong to maintain the signal , due to wanting to install a wifi garage door opener . Chamberlain , said I can install a wifi hub that will help . I am thinking I need an extender rather than a booster . My garage is forty feet from the house . What , would you suggest .

       

      Thank You

    • theshield's avatar
      theshield
      Guide
      Jan 18, 2020

      Daer Christian, I am currently runing 5 devices between 2.4 and 5 GHZ . My garage is forty feet from the house . Chamberlain corp, said I will probably need a wifi hub in order to strengthen the signal to operate the garage door opener . I think this only draws on the present signal strength , so I am thinking either a wifi booster or an extender . I can play music and limited video on my phone or tablet , but the signal drops periodically . I don't need anything complicated , since  I am a disabled vet , I dont have energy every day to reset devices or tinker  with cable . What would you suggest ?

       

      Thank You

       

      the  shield