1. Determine the maximum range of your router. The majority of commercially available routers have a range of 100 to 150 feet (30.5 m) (45.7 m). A unique number should be mentioned in your router’s box and manual.
If you find that items inside your router’s maximum range aren’t receiving the signal, follow the instructions in this approach to boost the output of your router.
2. Clear your router’s path of any obstacles. Several factors can reduce the signal strength of your router, including furniture, cabinet doors, walls, and appliances. If you want to get the most out of your router’s signal, place it where it won’t be obstructed by physical objects.
Things like walls and floors, of course, can’t be moved for your router; instead, you’ll need to move or adjust barriers where you can.
3. Place your router in the best possible location for maximum performance. While the general location of your router will be determined by the location of your Internet cable, there are a few things you can do to ensure that your router’s range is maximized:
● Place your router in a strategic area as high as feasible.
● Separate your router from your modem by at least a few feet.
● Make sure the router and your main Internet-connected device have a direct line of sight (e.g., a computer).
4. Check to see if there is any signal interference. Because your router uses the same wireless channel (2.4 GHz) as most other wireless devices, wireless things that stand between your router and your Internet-connected item can dilute or disrupt your router’s signal (e.g., a computer). Turn off or move any of the following objects:
● Cordless phones
● Microwave ovens
● Baby monitor
● Security alarm
● Television remote controls
● Automatic garage door openers
5. Confirm that your router is set to the 2.4 GHz band. Many routers are “dual-band,” which means they support both the widely used 2.4 GHz and the less widely used 5 GHz channels. If you have a dual-band router, make sure you’re connected to the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network to get the best range.
From the Wi-Fi menu on your computer or mobile device, you can connect to the appropriate Wi-Fi network. The name of your Wi-Fi network will normally be displayed on the 2.4 GHz channel, whereas the 5 GHz channel will include “5 GHz” or “Media” after its name.
While the 5 GHz channel provides for greater downloads and faster, uninterrupted Internet, its range is only half to one-third of that of the 2.4 GHz channel.
6. Make use of an unauthorized range extender. While unstable, you might be able to extend the range of your router in one direction with an aluminum can in a pinch.
7. Replace your old router with a new one. If your router is three or four years old, its performance will inevitably deteriorate; no amount of rearrangement or more hardware will be able to compensate for this. In this instance, purchasing a new, up-to-date router may be the best option.
1. Invest in a Wi-Fi range extender. Wi-Fi range extenders perform exactly what their name implies: they repeat your router’s signal so you can join the network without moving your router or any other Internet-connected device. There are a plethora of extender models available in stores and online, so choose one with positive ratings and a reasonable price tag.
● A quality Wi-Fi extender will set you back between $35 and $100.
● Most Wi-Fi extenders will operate with a variety of router models, but if possible, get one from the same firm that built your router.
2. Recognize that Wi-Fi extenders come in a variety of sizes. While the following steps cover the majority of Wi-Fi extender setup, you need to consult the handbook for precise instructions on how to connect the extender to your router.
3. Locate a wall outlet near your router. It’s preferable to set up your range extender in the same room as your router, so try to find a spot within 20 feet of your router to plug it in.
● If your extender is wireless, switch it on before proceeding to the following step.
4. Connect your extension. Using the extender’s plug, connect the extender to the wall outlet. If there are any lights on the extender, they should turn on.
5. On the extender, press the WPS button. The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button should be on the front or side of the extender; however, you may need to consult the manual for your specific extender to identify it.
6. Locate the WPS button on the router and push it. The WPS button is normally found on the back or bottom of the router. This will establish a connection between your extender and the router.
● If your router doesn’t have a WPS button, you’ll have to use the instructions in the Wi-Fi extender’s handbook to set it up without WPS.
7. Place your Wi-Fi extender in the desired location. After connecting your range extender to your router, plug it into a power socket about halfway between your router and the room where you wish to expand your Wi-Fi signal.
● Make sure your range extender isn’t near any other wireless devices (e.g., a microwave)
● Your range extender will most likely need to be plugged into a nearby outlet, limiting its range. An extension cable can be used to solve this problem.
● Although some modern range extenders have little effect on Internet speed, many will reduce it by up to half.
8. Connect to your router. Select your router’s Wi-Fi network name in the Wi-Fi menu—it should now be available thanks to the range extender—and enter the password to log in using your computer, smartphone, or tablet.
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