Signal Strength

[paulpr90]

Hi All,

Not sure if this is place to get advice sorry if Im waisting your time.

I need to increase the signal strength of a wireless router.
The current wirelss router is a BT voyager which is basically not very good. I am concerned that if I just replace the router the strength will still not be enough. The issue is not with certain rooms not picking up its simply a distance issue. The router needs to transmit at least 50 metres. Could someone please recommend a good router that will allow me to also get a stronger antenna.

Many Thanks Paul...

 

[G0AOZ]

The router needs to transmit at least 50 metres". Is this just in one direction? And are there any obstacles in the path like walls, floors, trees, etc?

I've used Linksys routers in bridge configuration over what is probably a good 50 metres or so. Used a couple of small yagi aerials similar to these:-

http://www.solwise.co.uk/wireless-outdoorantenna-24-yagi-14yn.htm

Bear in mind that this type of aerial is directional, so you'll get weak signals off the side of the beam.

ROGER - G0AOZ.

 

[picohat]

Cisco sells pretty good wireless product, take a look on these yagi or omni antennas, might get some ideas to solve your problem. I used the Cisco unidirectional antenna before to transmit the wireless signal to other building, pretty reliable.

Cisco Aironet Antennas and Accessories

Hope helps..


picoHat
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