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I currently have th R8000 and have some dead spots. I know there are wireless extenders options, or i can hook up another wireless router to solve the problem. Will either of these make it a seamless connection when i cross to the other router or to the extender, and which one would give a better performance?
Use a router that supports AP mode. (ethernet connect from new AP and 8000). Better than messing around with extenders - waste of money, time and enrgey..
Use a router that supports AP mode. (ethernet connect from new AP and 8000). Better than messing around with extenders - waste of money, time and enrgey..
I set my old ASUS RT N66U up as an AP and connected it via powerplugs. You can tell it to "let go" of devices if the connection drops below a db level.
However, I figured I'd paid a lot of money for the R8000 and would see if that could cover the house on its own. I live in a 3 story town house and coverage upstairs rear was always a problem. Before upgrading I used the Asus and a cheaper 2nd had dual band router connected to power plugs upstairs to boost the wifi.
After some scanning of networks ( 22 2.4ghz and 7 5ghz networks in range of my house) I found that changing the channel on the R8000 2.4 & 5ghz bands I need it. I have the router mounted on the wall about 6ft off the ground and have pointed the top 2 sticks in the general direction of the upstairs back bed room.
The true test is my 12 year old youtube addict of a daughter (who also sleeps in the back upstairs room).... So far not one complaint about wifi !!!
typo !!! Should read I don't need it !! The AP that is...
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After some scanning of networks ( 22 2.4ghz and 7 5ghz networks in range of my house) I found that changing the channel on the R8000 2.4 & 5ghz bands I need it.
