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Extending Range on 1st Floor

tdeprenda
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Extending Range on 1st Floor

I have FiOS internet. In the basement I have the FiOS Quantum Gateway Router supplying the wifi. I have the AC3000-Nighthawk X6S Tri-Band WiFi Mesh Extender on my second floor. What would be a good solution to extend coverage on the first floor? It can connect to the existing wifi or I can connect via ethernet to the router. Not sure which Netgear extender would serve me best on this floor. Thanks in advance.

Model: EX8000|AC3000 Nighthawk X6S Tri Band WiFi Range Extender
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StephenB
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Re: Extending Range on 1st Floor

If you didn't already have the EX8000 I'd have suggested an Orbi - similar price if you need multiple extenders, and there are advantages to getting a fully integrated mesh system.  If you can still exchange it, then perhaps consider that.

 

In general you'll get the best speeds connecting the over ethernet.  The next best option is a triband extender.  You could get another EX8000, though if you are using AP mode you could go with something less expensive - for instance an EX7300.

 

 

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