I recently moved to a new apartment and the wifi router here, while capable, is a few walls away. Currently I have a intel 2200 wifi adapter in my rig with the standard antenna. It works just fine, and has done on previous networks, but I feel the lag/ping spikes I'm getting is due to how far I am from the router. Would a larger antenna/one with a long lead I can poke out of my door help in your opinion? if so, any recommendations?
and no, sadly a hard connection is not a option here.
Is that the 802.11G or N 2200?
[QUOTE=Levelog;52051590]Is that the 802.11G or N 2200?[/QUOTE]
desktop version of the N 2200
[QUOTE=Sheer Visor;52051599]desktop version of the N 2200[/QUOTE]
I usually trust anything Netgear or TP-LINK, if your router supports it, get a 5ghz one. You could also look into the power line or a access point to extend the range.
Sorry for the late reply, but honestly I'd get a newer card if you could. Grab a midrange ASUS card or a TPLink, I'd avoid Netgear at almost all costs. If you router is newer get one that has 2x2 MIMO 5ghz, will do wonders.
[QUOTE=Sheer Visor;52051587]I recently moved to a new apartment and the wifi router here, while capable, is a few walls away. Currently I have a intel 2200 wifi adapter in my rig with the standard antenna. It works just fine, and has done on previous networks, but I feel the lag/ping spikes I'm getting is due to how far I am from the router. Would a larger antenna/one with a long lead I can poke out of my door help in your opinion? if so, any recommendations?
and no, sadly a hard connection is not a option here.[/QUOTE]
Unless you go with expensive coax, running a long antenna cable of more than a couple feet wouldn't be a very good option, as signal degrades pretty heavily with length using cheaper cables.
However, if you can find a place with near line-of-sight on the router (or line-of-sight-when-reflected off-a-wall), you can run a USB 3.0 extension of 5-15 feet to a USB WiFi card with a directional antenna to get the best range.
You can DIY a [URL="http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-Build-WIFI-24GHz-Yagi-Antenna/"]Yagi[/URL], [URL="https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?1292451-Fast-Patch-IBCrazy-s-easy-DIY-patch-antenna"]Patch [/URL]or [URL="http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Wifi-Extender-Cantenna-build-with-a-stand/"]Cantenna [/URL]from wire if you want to save money, or you can just buy a panel antenna, USB extension and a USB wifi cable for around $50.
Just keep in mind that typically speaking, WiFi gets shittier when it hits things, so you want it to hit the least things.
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[QUOTE=fishyfish777;52065112]Unless you go with expensive coax, running a long antenna cable of more than a couple feet wouldn't be a very good option, as signal degrades pretty heavily with length using cheaper cables.
However, if you can find a place with near line-of-sight on the router (or line-of-sight-when-reflected off-a-wall), you can run a USB 3.0 extension of 5-15 feet to a USB WiFi card with a directional antenna to get the best range.
You can DIY a [URL="http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-Build-WIFI-24GHz-Yagi-Antenna/"]Yagi[/URL], [URL="https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?1292451-Fast-Patch-IBCrazy-s-easy-DIY-patch-antenna"]Patch [/URL]or [URL="http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Wifi-Extender-Cantenna-build-with-a-stand/"]Cantenna [/URL]from wire if you want to save money, or you can just buy a panel antenna, USB extension and a USB wifi cable for around $50.
Just keep in mind that typically speaking, 2.4Ghz doesn't pierce through solid objects the best but can reflect[/QUOTE]
pardon my ignorance but aren't usb wireless adapters usually slower? Any particular models you'd like to recommend?
[QUOTE=Sheer Visor;52065126]pardon my ignorance but aren't usb wireless adapters usually slower? Any particular models you'd like to recommend?[/QUOTE]
Not noticably slower if you go USB3, although some people are vehemently opposed to them. I haven't had any problems after turning off power saving features.
As for recommended WiFi models, it really depends on your budget, distance from the best location of the WiFi adapter, ports on your computer, and how weak of a signal you get.
Unless you're pinching pennies, it's not particularly worth buying anything less than Wireless AC nowadays and I like [url=https://www.amazon.com/Long-Range-Dual-Band-Wireless-External-Antennas/dp/B00MX57AO4/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491451671&sr=1-4&keywords=wifi+adapter+usb+3.0]Alfa[/url]'s model barring the fact that the cradle and cord is USB2 for some inexplicable reason so you'd have to find a separate USB3 cable.
If you don't have any USB3 ports, though, follow Levelog's advice and then get some nice thicc [URL="https://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-ANT24EC3S-Antenna-Extension-connector/dp/B0054TY8GY/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491451758&sr=1-4&keywords=rp+sma+extension"]RP-SMA shielded extension cable [/URL]to run the antennas somewhere with better reception.
Or just use [URL="https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Powerline-Adapter-Starter-TL-PA4010KIT/dp/B00AWRUICG/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491451872&sr=1-2&keywords=powerline+ethernet"]powerline ethernet[/URL].
[QUOTE=fishyfish777;52065239]Not noticably slower if you go USB3, although some people are vehemently opposed to them. I haven't had any problems after turning off power saving features.
As for recommended WiFi models, it really depends on your budget, distance from the best location of the WiFi adapter, ports on your computer, and how weak of a signal you get.
Unless you're pinching pennies, it's not particularly worth buying anything less than Wireless AC nowadays and I like [url=https://www.amazon.com/Long-Range-Dual-Band-Wireless-External-Antennas/dp/B00MX57AO4/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491451671&sr=1-4&keywords=wifi+adapter+usb+3.0]Alfa[/url]'s model barring the fact that the cradle and cord is USB2 for some inexplicable reason so you'd have to find a separate USB3 cable.
If you don't have any USB3 ports, though, follow Levelog's advice and then get some nice thicc [URL="https://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-ANT24EC3S-Antenna-Extension-connector/dp/B0054TY8GY/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491451758&sr=1-4&keywords=rp+sma+extension"]RP-SMA shielded extension cable [/URL]to run the antennas somewhere with better reception.
Or just use [URL="https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Powerline-Adapter-Starter-TL-PA4010KIT/dp/B00AWRUICG/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491451872&sr=1-2&keywords=powerline+ethernet"]powerline ethernet[/URL].[/QUOTE]
Ended up getting that exact AC adapter - no change whatsover. Landlord says they've tried powerline before and it sucked ass.
Guess I can't play any real-time game competitively for the next 2 years unless i move :/
[QUOTE=Sheer Visor;52069528]Ended up getting that exact AC adapter - no change whatsover. Landlord says they've tried powerline before and it sucked ass.
Guess I can't play any real-time game competitively for the next 2 years unless i move :/[/QUOTE]
You can't move the router or put a extender part of the way? (Preferably cabled)
[QUOTE=Killervalon;52070502]You can't move the router or put a extender part of the way? (Preferably cabled)[/QUOTE]
no can do.
however i moved furniture around and found a coaxial outlet in my room... will just get a modem/router of my own and make my own mini-network lol. should work right?
Can't you just drill a tiny hole and run a cable through the walls? That's what I did in my old place. I just ran it along the skirting board and nobody ever noticed.
[QUOTE=Sheer Visor;52070513]no can do.
however i moved furniture around and found a coaxial outlet in my room... will just get a modem/router of my own and make my own mini-network lol. should work right?[/QUOTE]
Set a repeater up half-ways?
[QUOTE=Sylvie;52070621]Can't you just drill a tiny hole and run a cable through the walls? That's what I did in my old place. I just ran it along the skirting board and nobody ever noticed.[/QUOTE]
i've suggested it an the landlord doesn't want their space modified in anyway. i'm getting a killer deal here and really don't want to push it so i'll respect their wishes.
[QUOTE=Killervalon;52070640]Set a repeater up half-ways?[/QUOTE]
doubt it would be worth it, would still be going through the same ammount of walls in the end.
really do think that using the coaxial outlet in my room to make my own network but still on their internet plan is best. doing some digging the buildings network is so ass because 1: they use the standard rental telecom modem/router to serve my apartment, themselves and my upstairs neighbor and 2: the network is also bogged down with a HD cctv system... I now doubt it's the walls/wifi strength that's the issue here!
[QUOTE=Sheer Visor;52070885]i've suggested it an the landlord doesn't want their space modified in anyway. i'm getting a killer deal here and really don't want to push it so i'll respect their wishes.
doubt it would be worth it, would still be going through the same ammount of walls in the end.
really do think that using the coaxial outlet in my room to make my own network but still on their internet plan is best. doing some digging the buildings network is so ass because 1: they use the standard rental telecom modem/router to serve my apartment, themselves and my upstairs neighbor and 2: the network is also bogged down with a HD cctv system... I now doubt it's the walls/wifi strength that's the issue here![/QUOTE]
Jeez nobody would ever even notice, you could even get some filler and fill it in if you ever leave. why is he so afraid of a tiny hole?
[QUOTE=Sheer Visor;52070885]i've suggested it an the landlord doesn't want their space modified in anyway. i'm getting a killer deal here and really don't want to push it so i'll respect their wishes.
doubt it would be worth it, would still be going through the same ammount of walls in the end.
really do think that using the coaxial outlet in my room to make my own network but still on their internet plan is best. doing some digging the buildings network is so ass because 1: they use the standard rental telecom modem/router to serve my apartment, themselves and my upstairs neighbor and 2: the network is also bogged down with a HD cctv system... I now doubt it's the walls/wifi strength that's the issue here![/QUOTE]
You're not going to be able to set up a modem/router on that coax port and have it work. The wireless on that telecom router is definitely the issue, if you can't convince them to change it out you may have luck with a good antenna.
[QUOTE=Levelog;52071935]You're not going to be able to set up a modem/router on that coax port and have it work. The wireless on that telecom router is definitely the issue, if you can't convince them to change it out you may have luck with a good antenna.[/QUOTE]
Why wouldn't setting up my own network off of the coax work?
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