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wireless repeater recommendations?

Hello, Anyone have any recommendations on how to extend range of my wireless network within my house? I have a Linksys WRT54GL. The wireless is good on 1st floor of my house but fades in and out on...

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A wireless repeater / bridge / access point usually cost more than a router, though they have lesser functions. Best solution, get a cheap wireless router (refurbish will work too), and preferably ones...

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. Keep in mind that repeaters can introduce their own issues. Antenna relocation and/or using high-gain antennas are also possible relatively low-cost remedies for a local range problem. It is also...

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Thanks for the replies. So I can in effect "daisy chain" wireless routers? Does the second router pick up the signal from the first? Reason I ask is that I have no hard wiring on 2nd floor and don't...

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My suggestion is to just get a new higher end dual band router. In the long run you will save money and the hassle. Plus you'll most likely get much better coverage and performance. For example, I...

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Dr. Þaz said: ...If wireless repeater bridge is not part of the function of the original firmware, flash it with DD-WRT firmware, which will give you the functionality. If you go this route, make sure...

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Something just occurred to me. A few months ago I got Time Warner to upgrade my broadband (for free if you believe it or not) and part of that included a new cable modem which apparently is also a...

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Excellent David, the Motorola SURFboard SBG6580 is a gigabits, wireless N, modem / router / switch 3 in one unit. You should utilize it, since you're probably paying monthly rent for the unit, and...

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I also have a motorola SURFboard SBG6580 located in the corner of our basement office. It's great, but doesn't reach the farthest reaches of the main floor. I also have a SBG901 wireless cable modem...

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The quest for great wireless connectivity continues. I've given up on the Motorola SURFboard SBG6580. The reception with it was even worse. It could have something to do with the placement but I also...

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