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      12-15-2015, 07:55 AM   #1
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Does a wireless extender really work?

Im trying to enhance my wifi/wireless signal at home and was wondering those wireless extenders are worth the money?
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      12-15-2015, 08:05 AM   #2
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Yes, they do work. I recommend this (it's what I have):

http://smile.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-W...link+powerline

Now I have WiFi on my second floor without any hiccups.
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Yes, they do work. I recommend this (it's what I have):

http://smile.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-W...link+powerline

Now I have WiFi on my second floor without any hiccups.
Nice, is $60 the norm price?
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They work but there is more latency.
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They're not the best solution. They do work but keep in mind what ever speed you're able to achieve to the repeater is going to be overall divided in half. So if the repeater is able to connect to your wireless router at 144 Mbps, your effective fastest throughput is going to half of that or 72 Mbps. Also if you go this route, you're increasing your exposure to RF issues.

The best solution is to use a multi-AP system based on a virtual controller. You'll have to have an Ethernet drop at the other location in your house and it's much pricier. But it works and is what small to medium businesses use to deploy their wireless networks. If you're interested in companies which make hardware like this look into Ubuiquiti, Cisco/Meraki, Aruba Networks with their IAP line, Ruckus, and Aerohive. Another alternative is to replace your wireless router with a SonicWall firewall. These firewalls have a built in wireless controller. You can then add in SonicPoint APs and have the firewall manage them.
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Wifi extenders suck. Get a powerline with WiFi.
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totally agree with Mr.SugarSkulls
ditch the idea of getting WiFi repeater
getting wire connection is a great solution
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They're not the best solution. They do work but keep in mind what ever speed you're able to achieve to the repeater is going to be overall divided in half. So if the repeater is able to connect to your wireless router at 144 Mbps, your effective fastest throughput is going to half of that or 72 Mbps. Also if you go this route, you're increasing your exposure to RF issues.

The best solution is to use a multi-AP system based on a virtual controller. You'll have to have an Ethernet drop at the other location in your house and it's much pricier. But it works and is what small to medium businesses use to deploy their wireless networks. If you're interested in companies which make hardware like this look into Ubuiquiti, Cisco/Meraki, Aruba Networks with their IAP line, Ruckus, and Aerohive. Another alternative is to replace your wireless router with a SonicWall firewall. These firewalls have a built in wireless controller. You can then add in SonicPoint APs and have the firewall manage them.
This. ^

I run Aruba IAP's in my house. It's enterprise grade so it depends on how much you want to spend. These AP's like Meraki or the others mentioned don't need a controller. Their controller is built into the AP. You'll also need a good POE switch or you'll have to plug them into outlets which is not that convenient. Do some research on these companies sites. You can always find used equipment on eBay or other sites.
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This. ^

I run Aruba IAP's in my house. It's enterprise grade so it depends on how much you want to spend. These AP's like Meraki or the others mentioned don't need a controller. Their controller is built into the AP. You'll also need a good POE switch or you'll have to plug them into outlets which is not that convenient. Do some research on these companies sites. You can always find used equipment on eBay or other sites.
I haven't priced out PoE switches but another option is to use PoE inline injectors to power an AP over an Ethernet cable. This may be a strong option particularly if an 802.11ac AP is going to be used which "requires" PoE+ power. I do know PoE+ capable switches are $$$$.
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Might be a good option to pay someone to drop a cat5/cat6 cable in another location of your house and have a secondary wireless router placed there. That's what I have in my house, and I have excellent covered everywhere.
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