Superfast Virgin Broadband but rubbish WiFi
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Wilko74
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Hi,
You can almost guarantee that every single home around you has a router giving off wifi.
Each wifi signal creates noise in the air.
Wifi signals are defined by "Channels". If there are too many wifi signals which are the same or close to the same channel, this will cause congestion and can impact your wifi signal and performance.
I believe the recommendation is to set your wifi to a different channel that is 3 channels apart from surrounding wifis so your networks dont overlap.
Run the test again.
Wifi's are 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz with 5Ghz allowing for more throughput which means faster download.
However, 5Ghz waves cannot travel as far or penetrate as good as 2.4Ghz. If you're trying to reach a further distance i would stick on the 2.4Ghz network.
There are many ways to get wifi in to different rooms. Since you're cabling to each room I would suggest you purchase a WIRELESS ACCESS POINT and plug in to it. This will create another wifi spot for you.
You can almost guarantee that every single home around you has a router giving off wifi.
Each wifi signal creates noise in the air.
Wifi signals are defined by "Channels". If there are too many wifi signals which are the same or close to the same channel, this will cause congestion and can impact your wifi signal and performance.
I believe the recommendation is to set your wifi to a different channel that is 3 channels apart from surrounding wifis so your networks dont overlap.
Run the test again.
Wifi's are 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz with 5Ghz allowing for more throughput which means faster download.
However, 5Ghz waves cannot travel as far or penetrate as good as 2.4Ghz. If you're trying to reach a further distance i would stick on the 2.4Ghz network.
There are many ways to get wifi in to different rooms. Since you're cabling to each room I would suggest you purchase a WIRELESS ACCESS POINT and plug in to it. This will create another wifi spot for you.
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Oct 4, 2018 at 05:11 PM
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Hello
I most agree with Lord Kieferschild.
You might also look at the possibility of installing a wifi repeater or repeaters. A WiFi Repeater effectively contains two wireless routers, similar to the wireless router you already have in your home. One of these wireless routers picks up the existing WiFi network. It then transfers the signal to the other wireless router, which transmits the boosted signal.
Again a WiFi extender could be the solution. The kit allows you to send your internet signal over the electrical circuit in your home. It comes with 2 adapters; one plugs into a power socket near your current router, and the other in the location where you need signal. Connect the first one to your router using an ethernet cable, and connect the second to an ethernet device (e.g. a Smart TV or games console). The second adapter could also be connected to a WiFi router for a second WiFi network.
Good luck
I most agree with Lord Kieferschild.
You might also look at the possibility of installing a wifi repeater or repeaters. A WiFi Repeater effectively contains two wireless routers, similar to the wireless router you already have in your home. One of these wireless routers picks up the existing WiFi network. It then transfers the signal to the other wireless router, which transmits the boosted signal.
Again a WiFi extender could be the solution. The kit allows you to send your internet signal over the electrical circuit in your home. It comes with 2 adapters; one plugs into a power socket near your current router, and the other in the location where you need signal. Connect the first one to your router using an ethernet cable, and connect the second to an ethernet device (e.g. a Smart TV or games console). The second adapter could also be connected to a WiFi router for a second WiFi network.
Good luck
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Oct 5, 2018 at 04:44 PM
Oct 5, 2018 at 04:44 PM
Thanks everyone, that’s really helpful and as I said in my original post....really appreciated.
The re-wiring takes place on Monday and I’ve already requested a double internet/Ethernet socket. I’m going to opt for a WAP in each of the two room (in addition to plugging in the PS4 / Xbox)so hopefully that will do it.
Thanks again guys. Have a good weekend.
The re-wiring takes place on Monday and I’ve already requested a double internet/Ethernet socket. I’m going to opt for a WAP in each of the two room (in addition to plugging in the PS4 / Xbox)so hopefully that will do it.
Thanks again guys. Have a good weekend.