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General => The Superdeep Borehole => Topic started by: Reb on November 27, 2010, 01:46:23 PM

Title: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Reb on November 27, 2010, 01:46:23 PM
You guys have any ideas on how to boost the signal a bit? Downloads are at 150 kb/s max now, which is killing me.

Thanks in advance!
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Tieno on November 27, 2010, 01:55:04 PM
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Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Phoenix Dark on November 27, 2010, 01:55:58 PM
What are you using? I got my dad a usb wifi adapter for his laptop. Modem/router are downstairs, his laptop has perfect signal from upstairs and even on the deck outside
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Reb on November 27, 2010, 02:04:05 PM
802.11g speedtouch that came with my internet/interactive tv, the card seems to be: Dell Wireless 1397 WLAN Mini-Card.
What kind of usb wifi adapter would work better than the built in one?


I'll look into the tin foil constructions, some nice arts and crafts for a sunday.


@Tieno, I did put together a computer room today, which included building a desk, that's something at least.
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Phoenix Dark on November 27, 2010, 02:06:05 PM
What type of modem/router do you have?
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Reb on November 27, 2010, 02:13:00 PM
Thomson Speedtouch
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Phoenix Dark on November 27, 2010, 02:21:32 PM
the nerds might have to help you bro. dunno if a Linksys usb adapter (or another brand) works with that, although I'd imagine it would right? Can't find a specific one for that brand
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Groogrux on November 27, 2010, 02:37:12 PM
Could always buy a newer better router...

[edit] It is the holiday season.  Might be a good time to find one.  Sell the old one to pay for part of the cost.
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: GilloD on November 27, 2010, 02:37:47 PM
imdont care
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Reb on November 27, 2010, 02:40:07 PM
Could always buy a newer better router...

[edit] It is the holiday season.  Might be a good time to find one.  Sell the old one to pay for part of the cost.

It's a modem/wireless router combination that comes with my internet and tv contract, I don't think I can get rid of it.
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Reb on November 27, 2010, 02:41:15 PM
imdont care

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Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Powerslave on November 27, 2010, 04:11:46 PM
Even your wifi signal doesn't want to get anywhere near you. Poor Rebiak :'(
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: MCD on November 27, 2010, 04:25:48 PM
Things you can try:

1- N router + N USB wifi usb adapter for the laptop.

2- Wireless range extender/repeater.

3- Powerline adapters.
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Reb on November 27, 2010, 04:43:59 PM
Things you can try:

1- N router + N USB wifi usb adapter for the laptop.

2- Wireless range extender/repeater.

3- Powerline adapters.

I'll look into 2 and 3!

Funny thing, if I switch off the TV, the download speed goes up threefold!
The router is in a corner besides the TV, so it's probably suffering from the electromagnetic field?
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: chronovore on November 27, 2010, 06:23:02 PM
You could also be experiencing interference from any older wireless phones, or even microwave oven activity. I get pretty good wireless connectivity until my wife decides to warm up something in the oven.
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Reb on November 28, 2010, 03:19:30 AM
We don't have a phone, and the microwave is not even plugged in.

I wouldn't know how to use a n router and still have my adsl and internet tv work.
Title: Re: So my wifi barely reaches my computer room...
Post by: Cormacaroni on November 28, 2010, 05:46:32 AM
Things you can try:

1- N router + N USB wifi usb adapter for the laptop.

2- Wireless range extender/repeater.

3- Powerline adapters.

I'll look into 2 and 3!

Funny thing, if I switch off the TV, the download speed goes up threefold!
The router is in a corner besides the TV, so it's probably suffering from the electromagnetic field?

or...since they are both part of the same cable deal, maybe your cable co is just screwing you by using your 'Internet' bandwidth for 'TV'?