ᐅ Improve Wi-Fi Coverage/Signal Strength

Created on: 7 May 2017 13:44
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Barossi
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Barossi
7 May 2017 13:44
Hello,

now that we finally have fiber optic installed in the house and thanks to the FritzBox the internet is running very fast and stable, we still need to improve the lighting in the house and garden.
The ceiling is made of reinforced concrete, and quite a lot of metal has been used in the construction (lintels, ring beam, etc.).
Additionally, the house is quite large in size.

What can be done to have satisfactory Wi-Fi coverage everywhere?
I have 20 Ethernet ports throughout the house that I could use.

Which system makes sense?

Best regards, Barossi
77.willo7 May 2017 14:45
I recommend access points from Ubiquiti, preferably the Pro version. They work well with PoE and provide seamless roaming throughout the house.
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nms_hs
7 May 2017 17:33
I bought two additional standard routers for €14.99 each, and they work perfectly.
One is in the attic and the other in the living room plus garden.
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Barossi
7 May 2017 23:08
77.willo schrieb:
I recommend access points from Ubiquiti, preferably the pro version. It works well with PoE and roaming is seamless throughout the whole house

Hello,

then the switch also needs to support PoE. Unfortunately, mine does not.

I would prefer to connect an access point to my network outlets. I read that these are ideally installed on the ceiling.

Which access points also work well in the middle of a room or below the ceiling?

Best regards, Barossi
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DNL
7 May 2017 23:23
What kind of Wi-Fi do you need? How fast, etc.? What exactly are you planning to use it for?

As mentioned above, you can configure any router as an access point (fixed IP, DHCP off, connect via LAN port, choose different channels). If it’s just about providing coverage for phones and similar devices, that would be enough for me.

Ubiquiti is just the cherry on top. You can also operate those without PoE, or use an inline power injector. I believe those are included.

An access point doesn’t have to be mounted on the ceiling. You place it wherever it fits best.
Your Fritz!Box isn’t on the ceiling either and it still works fine.
77.willo8 May 2017 12:15
Barossi schrieb:
Hello,

then the switch also needs to support POE. Unfortunately, mine doesn’t.

I would prefer to connect an access point to my network outlets. I read that it’s best to install them on the ceiling.

Why not buy a POE switch? The higher the access point is installed, the greater the range and speed. This applies to all access points.