[kwlug-disc] Extending WiFi Range

[Andrew Kohlsmith (mailing lists account)]

> On Mar 30, 2017, at 9:11 AM, Khalid Baheyeldin <kb at 2bits.com> wrote:
> Don't want ethernet cables out in the elements. The TV cable is sealed by design, and there is no power going out to the backyard. The amplifier sends power over the coax, so no extra connections.

Direct-bury (or attach to a fence) CAT5 exists, as do PoE injectors. Some APs are PoE PDs already, meaning you don’t need the PoE splitter at the “far end”.

You will still need some way to protect the unit from the elements which adds cost, but this would be the highest bandwidth, most stable option available.

> The WRT1900AC and ACS recommended by others are expensive (~ $250 at least).

Yes. but real dual band radios and 3x3 MIMO on both bands was a requirement for my particular install. The latter, along with continuous improvement in the beam forming technology is what really helps specifically with range.

-A.