Program to improve Wi-Fi signal. Replacing the standard router antenna with a more powerful one
Laptop owners often encounter a problem when the Wi-Fi adapter built into the laptop has poor Wi-Fi signal reception. This problem may also occur for Wi-Fi owners. USB adapter s that have low power and sensitivity.
There are situations when the computer shows a good signal level, but does not connect to the access point, or connects, but the Internet does not work. This can happen if the laptop is within the coverage area of a powerful access point, but at a great distance from it or behind walls. It turns out that the Wi-Fi point transmits the signal to you, and the laptop adapter reverse side cannot transmit a signal over such a distance or through walls.
Typically, the built-in Wi-Fi adapter of a laptop works up to 100 meters in an open space, and up to 35 meters indoors, depending on the walls.
To strengthen the Wi-Fi signal on a laptop or computer, you need to install a powerful external access point or a powerful Wi-Fi USB adapter.
Installing an external access point has its drawbacks. It must be installed, secured, and connected to a 220V outlet. Therefore, the external access point does not have the same mobility as WiFi USB an adapter that you can take in your laptop bag and turn it on anywhere by connecting it to a USB connector.
In this article, we will test the Wifistation Wifi adapter from Ubiquiti and determine how much it can boost the Wi-Fi signal.
Ubiquiti produces the Wifistation adapter in two versions: Wifistation and Wifistation-EXT.
Wifistation EXT has an omnidirectional antenna, and an RP-SMA connector to which you can connect an external directional antenna. The adapter can be used outdoors and is not affected by water. The adapter is powered via the computer's USB port. This model is popular among sailors who are anchored in ports and want to connect to Wi-Fi access points on shore. Sailors connect an external panel antenna to the Wifistation EXT and can receive Wi-Fi signals from a greater distance.
Wifistation has a built-in directional antenna. This allows it to operate further than the Wifistation-EXT with an omnidirectional antenna. The adapter is powered via the laptop's USB port. Wifistation is suitable for laptop owners who need mobility and a long range.
Testing Wi-Fi adapters D-Link DWA-120 and Ubiquiti Wifistation
For testing, we took the D-Link DWA-120 adapter and Ubiquiti Wifistation.
Let's do a simple test, connect Wi-Fi adapters one by one and see how many Wi-Fi networks they find.
As we can see the result is obvious. Wifistation allowed not only to amplify the signal of Wi-Fi points that the D-Link adapter found to 100%, but also found an additional 13 new Wi-Fi networks.
Wifistation is a very powerful and very sensitive Wi-Fi adapter that will enhance the Wi-Fi signal on a laptop or computer.
By default, Wifistation is not configured to maximize Wi-Fi signal strength. This is due to the fact that in different countries Various allowed Wi-Fi power adapters. Let's configure Wifistation to use its full potential.
Open Device Manager from Control Panel → Computer Management.
On the Ubiquiti Wifistation icon, right-click and select Properties.
Now open the tab Additionally, select Property: Country Code and in the dropdown list Meaning: select Compliance Test.
Now with Wifistation you can maximize your Wi-Fi signal and see more Wi-Fi access points.
If you need to improve Wi-Fi reception on your laptop, then you will need a powerful and sensitive Wi-Fi adapter with a good antenna.
Nowadays, powerful Wi-Fi adapters from the Taiwanese manufacturer Alfa Network have become very popular. They have earned their popularity primarily among sailors, who use them to connect from a ship to Wi-Fi points located at great distances on the shore. We will look at the two most popular models Alfa Wi-Fi adapters.
What does using Wi-Fi data adapters? To answer this question, we decided to conduct a test and compare how much Alfa adapters will help improve Wi-Fi reception on a laptop compared to its built-in Wi-Fi adapter.
After scanning the air with standard using Windows we got the following:
- The laptop found only one Wi-Fi network of the router, which is installed indoors.
- Found Wi-Fi adapter Alfa 036H 8 wireless networks.
- Found Wi-Fi adapter Alfa 036NHR 13 wireless networks.
The clear favorite in terms of the number of networks found was the adapter Alfa 036NHR.
But the number found Wi-Fi networks This is not yet an indicator. The wireless adapter can see the network, but if it has a weak signal, it won't connect to it. Therefore, you still need to look at the level of Wi-Fi signal reception. The free Homedale program will help us determine the signal level. Let's scan the air with its help.
Let's look at the signal levels in the screenshot. The lower the dBm number, the better the signal reception. For example, a signal -63 dBm- it's better than a signal -73 dBm. An ideal Wi-Fi signal is considered to be between -60 dBm before -65 dBm. Everything above -60 dBm(for example -45 dBm) - this is too powerful a signal, anything lower -80 dBm( for example -87 dBm ) - signal is too weak.
The picture shows that the adapter has the best Wi-Fi signal reception levels Alfa 036H, which means it will have the longest range. However, this adapter does not support data transfer using the higher speed N standard. That's why he found fewer Wi-Fi networks than the adapter Alfa 036NHR.
The following conclusions can be drawn from the tests:
- Wi-Fi adapter is the most sensitive and long-range. But due to the lack of support for the N standard, it will not be able to connect to wireless networks that operate only in the N standard.
- Wi-Fi adapter is the optimal Wi-Fi signal booster for a laptop. It is fast, powerful, and can work with wireless networks that operate only in the N standard.
If Alfa adapters with a native 5dBi omnidirectional antenna do not give you the required gain, then you can connect a directional antenna with a higher gain. As an example, we took a compact panel antenna with a gain of 15 dBi, which sailors often take with them on voyages.
In this configuration, the Alfa 036H adapter found as many as 22 wireless networks and significantly improved Wi-Fi reception on the laptop.
Therefore, if you supplement the Alfa adapter with a directional antenna, you will get the most powerful Wi-Fi signal amplifier for a laptop.
Offhand two options
1. Special antennas are sold, more serious than standard ones. You won’t get a significant improvement, but there will still be results
2. Buy a WiFi Range Extender (sometimes called a Range Booster) - they help a lot if the weak signal is a consequence of the distance.
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Gan, you are an evil guy, you fix all the deflections :)
I wanted the best...
If someone recorded my deflections, I would say “thank you.”
And everyone only strives to offend the unfortunate don. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)
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Increase the signal strength at the point and/or subscriber equipment.
Tell me, please, how can I increase the power of the receiving signal on the subscriber device?
1. You can increase the TRANSMITTED signal power and/or SENSITIVITY.
2. The word "ADOPTIVE" in in this case does not fit the rules of the language. Should have written "ACCEPTABLE".
3. Depends on the characteristics of the subscriber device.
For Windows XP, this is usually changed in the wireless adapter driver settings.
4. Did you want to demonstrate your originality? DEFLECTION IS FIXED! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
1. Tell me, how can I increase the power of the received signal on the subscriber device? (if this device is not Windows XP).
2. If you have nothing to say, do you start using the “you’re a fool” style?
3. Please tell me where in Windows XP I can find “change the received signal strength” and set it there, say, -30 dB, otherwise -60 somehow doesn’t work.
4. no, what are you talking about? The recognized expert here is clearly you and I’m not going to rise to your level. sit on your tree.
Danil Sergeevich:
See point 1 of my answer - the power of the RECEIVED signal cannot be increased.
And I never talked about changing the power of the RECEIVED signal.
The same goes for the device called "NEWINDOWS XP".
The points should be considered one by one, i.e. Clause 3 makes no sense without clause 1 and 2.
There are two output options:
1. If a smart person wanted to make a joke, he failed.
2. If you’re a fool, we won’t agree.
My laptop is connected to a neighbor’s Wi-Fi. I want to strengthen the received signal using an external modem or router, I don’t understand anything about this. Please advise something.
Look towards WiFi Extender - this is exactly what they are needed for. Although it may not be cheaper than a router.
Some Access Points can work as a WiFi Range Extender, but I wouldn’t count on it; it’s better to install a real specialized device.
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Aurum792
Danil Sergeevich
There are several ways to solve your problem, so:
let's call the WiFi emitter point A, and your receiver (laptop) point B
1) to increase the signal power at point B, it is necessary to install an antenna with a more powerful gain at point A
2) to improve reception at point B, it is necessary to install an external antenna at point B aimed at the emitter, but since you have a laptop, and as far as I remember they don’t have external connectors for connecting an antenna, this option doesn’t suit you.
3) well, the third option is to place between points A and B, point B (WiFi repeater), which will amplify the signal weakened by distance.
P.S. And lastly, don’t pay attention to comrade “Don Gan” - ah, just read his nickname by changing Don with Gan and it will become clear to you why he behaves this way...
Dlinka has an access point DWL-2100AP, it can work in repeater mode, here is a link to its description: http://dlink.ru/ru/products/2/243.html
What is the essence of a repeater: when a given point in the settings is set as a WiFi repeater, there in the settings you indicate which of the existing signals around it (it will show you what it will pick up) needs to be strengthened. Well, after successful setup, you will connect your laptop to the signal amplified by the repeater. It is advisable to install it approximately in the middle of the distance between points A and B.
Every year we buy more and more different gadgets that have access to the Internet: netbooks, tablets, smartphones, Smart TVs, even a refrigerator with WiFi already I saw it in the store. All this modern technology has a WiFi module. Of course, even if this device has a LAN port, everyone still wants to connect it via WiFi. And here sometimes you have to deal with the fact that the wireless network coverage area is not enough. Any literature on wireless networks states that the range of the network depends on the type of wireless access point or router used, the supported 802.11 B/G/N/AC standards, the number and power of antennas. But it is not mentioned everywhere that the coverage area is also greatly influenced by external factors: the location of devices in the apartment, the material from which the walls are made, the presence of mirrors, furniture, household appliances, access points in the neighborhood, etc. And here the user naturally faces the question - how to improve the level of reception and strengthen the WiFi signal?! In this manual, I will talk about two main directions of action that I use myself: software and hardware. The meaning of the first is optimal setting existing equipment. The hardware method consists of improving existing equipment, or purchasing and installing additional devices.
But before you start experimenting with the settings and buying additional accessories for your router or access point, take a close look at their location. It is advisable to install them so as to cover the maximum area of the home with the network:
The second point is to pay attention to the walls and partitions between rooms. They can be an impenetrable obstacle to radio waves. The cause of a poor signal may be a wall covered with plasterboard or made of expanded clay, gas or foam concrete blocks. It’s even worse if the wall is concrete and with reinforcement. In most cases, the fittings play the role of a kind of screen, which, although it transmits the radio signal, significantly dampens it. Even having a large mirror or an aquarium on the wall can significantly reduce power. In this case, it makes sense to experiment with the location of the wireless router in the apartment. And not only horizontally, but also vertically.
How to programmatically boost a WiFi signal?!
Unfortunately, many owners of routers and wireless access points do not particularly bother with setting up a wireless network, limiting themselves, at best, to changing the SSID and entering the network security key. They leave the rest as default. And this often plays a cruel joke on them if several wireless networks appear in the neighborhood.
1. Reason weak signal- coincidence of frequencies of wireless networks channels.
I don’t know about you, but in my entrance there are only about 15 wireless wireless WiFi networks. This is not entirely good - the networks will intersect and occupy the same channel. The result will be poor reception even at relatively short distances. Therefore, if you want to strengthen the WiFi signal, the first action should be to select a radio channel. To do this you will need a special program. The most popular of them is. It must be installed on a computer or laptop with a WiFi adapter and run:
In the table you will see all available wireless Wi-Fi networks in the area and the frequency channels they occupy. In Russia, channels 1 to 13 are used. We are looking for free channel numbers and Now you need to go to the router settings ( http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1) and in the “Wireless” section find the “Channel” parameter:
In the list of channels, you need to select the number of a free channel and click the “Change/Save” button to apply the settings.
2.Bad signal from low power transmitter on the router.
On some models, you can adjust the WiFi signal transmission power in the advanced network settings. To do this, in the “Advanced settings” section of the network, find the “Wireless Transmit Power” parameter:
The values of this parameter can be either a percentage or abstract values - High, Medium and Low. We exhibit maximum value and click the Save button. Unfortunately, the ability to regulate Wi-Fi signal strength is not available on all SOHO-level devices. But in this case it can help alternative firmware type DD-WRT, Open-WRT, Tomato, etc. Of course, provided that one exists for your model.
3. We exhibit wireless standard WiFi - 802.11N.
Until devices with 802.11ac went on mass sale at a low price, the 802.11n standard is the most modern and fastest. But besides this, it has another big plus - an increased coverage radius due to the use of several antennas. The only condition under which a transition to the 802.11n standard is possible is that it is fully supported by all devices from which you will connect to the wireless network. Otherwise, they simply won't see it. In order to switch the mode Wi-Fi work-module of your router to 802.11n operating mode, you need to set the “Wireless Mode” parameter to “802.11n” in the Web interface in the “Wireless” settings section. This is what it looks like on Asus devices:
And this is how the 802.11n mode is set on TP-Link:
4. Transition to the 5 GHz band.
The 802.11n standard has one more, very significant advantage: more expensive models of wireless routers can also work in the 5 GHz band (802.11a). If your Wi-Fi router is dual-band, that is, it can work both in the regular 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, then I would advise you to transfer maximum amount clients specifically for him:
The 5GHz range is now virtually completely free and not littered with frequency interference from neighboring access points and other devices (microwaves, phones with Bluetooth, etc.), which means it will provide the maximum coverage radius. But I repeat once again - WiFi adapters of connected devices (laptops, computers or tablets) must also be able to operate in the 5 GHz range.
5. We improve reception on a computer or laptop.
This advice is more relevant for users of laptops running Windows 7 and Windows 8. The thing is that they can be set to “Energy Saver” mode to save battery.
Moreover, some users set it when working from the power cable. This can lead to poor Wi-Fi signal reception on your laptop due to the fact that the wireless module is “starved” and lacks power. In order to fix this, you need to go to the “Control Panel”, select the “Electrical Control” section and select the “Balanced” scheme, or better yet, “High Performance”.
We amplify the signal using additional hardware.
If your reception quality is poor and low speed even after you have configured your router to the maximum signal level - do not be upset, not everything is lost. There are a number of other actions that can be used. Their meaning is to improve or modernize your wireless equipment.
1. We change or modify the antennas.
There are many different ways on the Internet to boost the signal from your router’s standard antenna. Most advice boils down to turning an omnidirectional antenna into a directional antenna. And they do it as best they can. Some people make screens from beer cans:
Others are simply made of foil:
Out of curiosity I tried similar methods strengthen the signal and received practically no obvious and significant effect from this. But a really effective result can be achieved by replacing the antenna with a more powerful one. At the same time, the cost of an 8dBi antenna is somewhere around 300 rubles apiece. Agree - not expensive! As an option, you can buy an antenna with a stand and an extension cable. This will allow you to move the antenna around the room to find the best location without touching the router.
Note: This replacement will be effective if you are replacing a 2dBi or 3 dBi antenna with an 8 dBi antenna. From my own experience, I will say that replacing 5dBi antennas with 8 dBi ones did not bring a significant effect. Perhaps in an open space the effect would have been noticeable, but in a city apartment I did not feel any real improvement in the level of reception on client devices.
It's another matter if your router has 3 antennas, like Zyxel Keenetic Ultra. In this case, the cost of antennas will be around 1000 rubles. It is more efficient to buy a repeater (repeater). Or an inexpensive router that can work in WDS mode. I would recommend the same solution to owners of devices with non-removable antennas or with internal antennas.
2. Installation of a repeater to increase the coverage area and improve the level of network signal reception.
This method is extremely effective and allows you to obtain acceptable coverage quality through the use of special repeater devices or, as they are also called, WiFi repeaters.
The point of this device is that it connects to the existing network as a client and further expands its coverage to the radius that its antennas can cover. Wi-Fi repeaters are small and inexpensive devices. As you can see from the picture above, the repeater is made the size of a small power supply that plugs into an outlet. Its settings are simple. The price in Russia is about 900-1000 rubles. If you order a device in China, its price will be about 600 rubles including shipping. There are devices on sale that perform only repeater functions, and there are routers that support WDS technology(Wireless Distribution System - allows you to expand the coverage area of your wireless network by combining several WiFi points access to one network without the necessary presence of a wired connection between them). An example of such a universal and inexpensive device is the Asus RT-N10:
The advantage of purchasing just such a device for use as a repeater is that it is universal device: You can connect it to your existing network either via WiFi or cable. In addition, today you use it as a repeater, and tomorrow, perhaps, you will connect the Internet through it from another provider. To find out if he can specific model work in repeater mode - look at its characteristics on the manufacturer’s website, it must support WDS technology.
3. Upgrade the adapter on the computer.
You can also improve signal reception on the client device. True, this advice is more relevant for computers to which adapters are connected via USB or a PCI slot. For laptops, tablets and smartphones with an integrated adapter, this advice will not work, because Their antennas are non-removable and hidden in the housing. The point of the advice is that firstly: if you buy a wireless adapter, then it is better to take one that has a large external antenna. Pay attention to the photo:
I think it is clear that on the same standard at the same data transfer rate, the adapter on the right will have a better reception level than the adapter on the left, due to the use of a large external antenna. If you have already purchased the adapter from him weak level reception of a Wi-Fi signal, you can proceed as follows: if it is possible to replace the antenna, you can change it to one that has a gain of 5 or 8dBi. If you bought a small USB adapter (the so-called “whistle”), then in this case you can try connecting it not directly to the computer, but through a USB extension cable.
Using the extension cord, you can move the adapter around the room and select zones best regards signal. Keep in mind that maximum length The cable length will be no more than 3 meters. And yet, when moving the adapter along such a radius, you can find a point with more high level WiFi signal reception.
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First, try strengthening your Wi-Fi signal reception. It's better without technical intervention. Disable the functions that allow you to enable the adapter's energy-saving mode. Open the Control Panel menu and go to System and Security. Now find and open the Power Options menu. Select the plan you are using when connecting to wireless hotspots.
Click the "Set up power plan" button. Now select "Edit" Extra options nutrition." Find the Wireless Adapter Settings menu and expand it. Now open the "Power Saving Mode" menu. Select the option " Maximum performance» when operating on battery power or mains power. Save your power settings.
Now try increasing the work power Wi-Fi router A. Naturally, the easiest and most logical way is to purchase a more powerful device. Unfortunately, this approach requires large financial costs. So start by purchasing a better quality antenna. Most routers have their own antennas that are fairly easy to remove.
Examine the type of antenna mounting to the equipment. Buy a device with a similar mount and connect it to your router. If you are not satisfied with the result obtained, then try using available means to enhance the signal. Bare the top of the antenna so you can connect the wire to it.
Take a piece of metal cable and solder it to the bare part of the antenna. Connect its other end to the computer system unit. In this case, it is better to connect with back block so that the signal propagates in the direction opposite to the wall. As an alternative to the system unit, you can use a metal curtain.
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The quality of television and radio signals does not always satisfy viewers and listeners. Moreover, there may be interference even in the case when there seems to be powerful antenna. In order to improve quality reception, the antenna must be configured correctly.
You will need
- coaxial cable, portable radios or cell phones.
Instructions
If the antenna is directional, try repositioning it so that there are no obstacles between it and the signal source. Such obstacles can be high-rise buildings or other structures, power lines, and so on. You can try the exact direction to the signal source. To do this, you can use the help of an observer monitoring the signal at the receiver. To communicate with it, you can use portable radios or.
If you have a directional antenna with flat polarization (type “Wave channel” and similar), check the polarization of the received signal. Adjust it according to the received data. To do this, you need to rotate the antenna relative to the axis directed towards the signal source. Most often, just trying to rotate the antenna 90° is enough.
Efficiency antennas can be increased by antenna amplifier. But in this case, the gain limit is set by the level of interference. To reduce their level, use shielded reduction, that is, the antenna is best using coaxial cable.
Efficiency antennas, especially when receiving on long, medium and short waves, can be increased by installing additional grounding. It should also be borne in mind that the antenna must be impedance matched with the input circuit of the radio receiver. That is, it must be connected with the type and cable recommended in the instructions for the receiver or.
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Long, medium and short wave antennas can be long lengths of wire. It is also recommended to install the mounting points of such antennas based on the highest reception volume of the desired stations. That is, it is necessary to change the position of the antenna.
If we're talking about about indoor antenna, then the best solution There will be installation of a stationary external antenna. This will dramatically improve the quality of reception. Also to external antenna It is recommended to connect portable mobile receivers and televisions during their operation in stationary conditions.
The coverage area of the Yota provider is significantly smaller than that of operators cellular communications. For a subscriber living on the border of the confident zone reception, you have to take measures to increase the signal level at the modem input.
Instructions
Do not attempt to connect any amplifiers to the modem. The output power of any wireless equipment, including the 4G (WiMax) standard, is limited by law. In addition, the amplifier may produce out-of-band harmonic emissions, which is also a violation.
Radio waves at frequencies used for data transmission in the Yota network are delayed, capable of conducting current. In a house whose walls are reinforced concrete, it makes sense to bring the laptop along with the modem to the window. Even if it does not go towards the base station, the signal strength may increase. You can simply walk around the room with a laptop - due to the presence of interference maxima and minima, points with a high signal level can be located anywhere.
Move the laptop to find places confidently reception not always convenient, and even more so if the computer is stationary. An extension cord will solve the problem, allowing you to carry the modem from the USB port to a distance of up to 2.5 meters. It must comply with the USB 2.0 specification, otherwise the data transfer speed will be reduced. Move the modem slowly because quality information is updating reception occurs with a delay.
To focus microwave radio waves, you can use parabolic mirrors similar to those used in satellite dishes. Best results provide reflectors precisely from such receiving devices. Place the modem at the focus of the mirror instead of the converter. You can also use surrogate reflectors in the form of ordinary metal cans, including painted ones. The modem cannot be placed outside the room, since it is not sealed. The entire structure will have to be placed directly in the room. The antenna must be pointed at the nearest base station Yota networks. If you don't know where it is, find out the best direction through experience.
Installing and configuring a Wi-Fi router in your own apartment is not difficult. But sometimes this is not enough because the standard coverage area of the wireless access point is not enough.
You will need
- metal wire, soldering iron.
Instructions
To enhance signal Wi-Fi there are several proven methods. Some of them require purchase additional equipment, others - technical intervention in individual parts of the device.
Let's look at the boosts signal Wi-Fi router, changing it. You can simply purchase a similar device in a different format. If you carefully study the structure of the router, you will see: it is attached to the device through a threaded bushing, i.e. replacing it is not difficult.
If you need to significantly increase the range signal, then you will need an existing antenna. Release its upper part from the insulating layer. Solder a metal wire to the open part of the antenna. Pull its other end out into the open.
Connect both Wi-Fi routers with a network cable. Connect one end of it to the LAN port of the device that you have already installed, and the other end to the Internet (WAN) port of the second equipment.
Open the settings of the second router and create a wireless access point with parameters similar to the first network. In settings network connection to the Internet select transfer type signal WAN.
Be sure to enable the DHCP feature in settings local network first Wi-Fi router. If you did everything correctly, then laptops connected to any of the two wireless ones will be able to access the Internet.
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Tired of low Internet speeds, but don't know how to strengthen your Wi-Fi signal? Take advantage simple tips on setting up and installing equipment to bring the Internet speed closer to what is stated by the provider.
A low signal is not necessarily due to network problems and technical work provider. Internet speed can be affected by the settings and location of the router, electronics operating in the house, especially garlands of light and microwave ovens. To strengthen the Wi-Fi signal, just follow the following recommendations.
Update your router. The capabilities of the device could become outdated over time, which means that the signal reception and transmission rates will be lower than those declared by the provider.
Change the router location. The higher the device is installed, the stronger signal You'll get. You should not place the router on the floor, behind a load-bearing or insulated wall, a metal door, or in the far corner from the computer. Try to move the router away from the power cable. You will not be able to strengthen the Wi-Fi signal if there is an aquarium, a large mirror, a cabinet with glass shelves or doors, a mirror on the way to the router, and halogen lamps are used as lighting.
Change the router's operating frequency and you will immediately notice an increase in the Wi-Fi signal. To do this, choose instead of 2.4 GHz frequency at 5 GHz. This way you will reduce the impact of all electronics on Internet speed. This is especially important if you have a nanny radio on all the time, are running video surveillance, or often use Bluetooth.
Don't forget to update the software on your computer and smartphones. Developers are trying to improve the performance of devices, including when working with a wireless network.
Repeaters can become an effective Wi-Fi signal amplifier. The routers you have used before may also be suitable for this. It is enough to update the antennas in such a router and use it as a repeater.
If you have a common router in your house with your neighbors, you can configure Quality of Service (QoS) by setting a certain priority for traffic. This is true if your neighbors are streamers, gamers, or families with several children. Without prioritization settings, they will take up most of the speed.
Change the protocol network protection to WPA / WPA2 instead of WEP or limit the number of possible gadgets for simultaneous connection. If you have a checkmark on the Enable SSID Broadcas item in the router’s wireless network settings, then it is better to uncheck it. This way you can hide your Wi-Fi. Don't forget to set a password for your network.
Many users also wrap with foil rear housing router and place shields made of metal objects behind it. In some cases, this method allows you to strengthen the Wi-Fi signal without any additional settings.
A huge number of users abandoned wired internet in favor Wi-Fi technologies. Even some computer owners prefer to use a Wi-Fi adapter to get rid of network cables.
You will need
- indoor antenna, USB extension cable.
Instructions
There are several ways to improve Wi-Fi quality. This applies not only to routers, but also to the equipment that receives . The fact is that most Wi-Fi routers and similar devices have a very poor coverage area. Sometimes it is not enough even for a medium-sized house.
If you need to provide high quality signal over a large area, then it is best to use several routers to achieve this goal. They can be combined with each other, thereby creating several access points. In this case, you will still use only one cable with the Internet.
If this option If you are not satisfied, try increasing the coverage area of the Wi-Fi adapter. To do this, replace its antenna(s). Find a better analogue or strengthen the antenna yourself. Select the equipment with which you will increase the antenna. For these purposes, both regular wires and a small indoor antenna are suitable.
Ideally, you should use an antenna "". Remove part of the router's antenna protective layer. Solder a metal wire to the exposed part. Connect its other end to the grille indoor antenna. This method allows you to enhance the signal by 20-30%. At the same time, you have the opportunity to hide the Wi-Fi router without losing signal quality.
If you want to strengthen the Wi-Fi of the USB adapter, you will need an extension cable. More often system units put away under the table or in hard-to-reach places. Naturally, reception and the signal in such places will not be the best. Buy a USB extension cable the right size. Connect it and plug in Wi-Fi. Place the adapter in an open space, such as on a table.
Every country has its own craftsmen, inventors and simply inventors. It would seem that for improvement reception signal of wi-fi equipment, you will need to buy the appropriate equipment or move to the best places reception signal, but you can enhance the signal quality using improvised means. No need to run to hardware store for these materials, you most likely have them at home.
The Wifi standard was developed at the end of the twentieth century by an Australian engineer, and since then has managed to fall in love with Internet users from all over the world. globe thanks to the absence of clutter of wires and cables and its great convenience and ease of use. To connect to network resources you just need to have a laptop if you are in the signal reception area, or a router if you want to enjoy wireless internet sitting at home in a comfortable chair. Problems in operation may be due to the fact that the signal is susceptible to the negative effects of various interferences, in which case it simply needs to be amplified.
Bandwidth wifi standard allows you to use the Internet on a laptop or any other portable device with speeds of up to 60 Mbit/s, but, unfortunately, the quality of the signal in many establishments and access points still leaves much to be desired. It often happens that the reason for poor reception lies in the device itself, so this article will talk about how to improve wifi reception on your laptop.
Method 1: Update drivers and firmware
If the Internet connection on your laptop constantly jumps and disappears, first of all you need to update the router firmware, especially if Windows system picked them up automatically. Download the driver for the Wi-Fi adapter from the official website of your laptop manufacturer. After which you need to restart the computer and check the signal.
Method 2. What to do if the laptop does not see wifi?
If your device cannot recognize the access point, then you need to make sure that wireless module is not in a disabled state. Go to the "adapter settings" section, which is located in the "Network and Sharing Center" shared access» and see what status the current connection is in. If it is disabled, then the problem can be solved simply by pressing one “connect” button. After this procedure, it is recommended to restart the laptop and check the reception level again.
Method 3: Change the wireless network channel
This seemingly insignificant point at first glance may turn out to be key to the problem of poor reception. If the majority of users within the distribution radius simultaneously use the Internet through the same channel, then at best the speed drops significantly, making it impossible to view video and audio content, and at worst this threatens connection interruptions every fifteen seconds. To solve this problem you need to install it on your laptop special utility, which will display a list of all wireless networks within the access radius of your device, their frequency characteristics, bandwidth and load on this moment time. Now you can independently select the most available channel and click on the “connect” button.
Wi-Fi Analyzer shows used Wi-Fi channels nearby
Method 4: Upgrading the adapter
Another way to improve wifi reception on your laptop is to improve the adapter itself. This especially applies to those users who use adapters that connect to a laptop via USB ports. It is not recommended to turn them on directly, as the reception and signal will be greatly affected. It would be best to use an extension cord, or purchase a special signal amplifier, which can significantly improve reception.
Method 5: Setting a strong password
If you bought a quality good router in order to comfortably use Wi-Fi at home, but the signal is weak and unstable, this could easily be the reason that one of your neighbors secretly connected to your Internet by hacking your password, which is not as difficult as inexperienced users think . Of course, you can use special programs to find out all the users who have “joined” your Wi-Fi, but most likely your goal is to improve reception, and not to punish freeloaders, so it’s best to take the time and come up with a complex password. 
Method 6. Reduce the number of electrical appliances within the wireless range
The fact is that devices such as microwaves, Cell Phones and other household appliances can significantly impair reception, so it is strongly recommended to minimize the presence of electrical appliances within the operating radius of your router and laptop. In the event that you need to strengthen wifi, for example, being in an office or cafeteria, where it is not possible to rearrange interfering devices at your discretion, all that remains is to change the location, which is the only way strengthen the wifi signal.
Method 7. Remove obstacles
Load-bearing walls made of brick or concrete, as well as mirrors and aquariums can serve as a serious obstacle, significantly weakening reception. Because transfer them like small household appliances is not possible, you should find the most suitable place where the signal will be best.
Method 8. Free method for those with skillful hands
If you want to urgently improve reception, let's say you have an urgent need for quality internet, and there is no desire to wait several days for the delivery of a new router or amplifier, then skillful, direct hands can come to the rescue. There are several ways to boost the wifi signal on any laptop in this way. For the first, you need two cans of any drink, for the second, a roll of baking foil from which the reflector is made. We will not dwell on the details of the manufacture of these “devices” in this article; they are already great amount on the Internet and on video services like Youtube. Of course, this option has a lot of disadvantages: firstly, the performance quality of such devices will be much worse than those that can be purchased in the store. Secondly, their appearance will be extremely unaesthetic and unattractive. 
Method 9. Eliminating interference in the “face” of another router
The signal from another router may interfere, which is a common problem for residents of multi-story buildings. First, you can change the location of your router and configure the antenna. You can also purchase special reflectors in the store that are attached to the antenna and can enhance the reception by directing it in the desired direction.
Method 10. Expensive and reliable
Exists effective method how can you strengthen the wifi reception signal on a laptop, but it significant drawback is the need for financial costs to purchase quality modern model router. This method can greatly improve wifi work on your laptop, but it’s worth considering the fact that today such a purchase will not be cheap.
Method 11. Installing a special repeater
This method is cheaper than the previous one, and its point is to purchase additional router, preferably the same model that you are currently using. It can be very easily configured to operate in signal repeater or access point duplication mode. This method can significantly improve the signal. 
Method 12. Replacing antennas
Most external adapters and routers are equipped with removable antennas, and often the quality of those included with the device leaves much to be desired, so replacing the antennas can improve Wi-Fi reception on your laptop computer. This method has been repeatedly tested in practice, and is quite budget solution Problems: how to strengthen Wi-Fi on a laptop.
Method 13. Power settings
Often in the properties of your laptop computer By default, the manufacturer has settings for the priority of energy consumption, which can weaken the signal and worsen reception. First you need to enter the “control panel” of your laptop, then select the “security and system” section. Now you need to go to the “power supply” directory and manually set the power consumption mode on time wifi connections. To do this, find the tab “ energy saving mode"and set the performance to maximum, after which you do not forget to save the settings. 
Method 14. Installing the router in another location
If the question of strengthening the wifi reception signal on your device remains open, moving the router to another location may help. Some users place it on a cabinet or push it to the far corner of the room, where it may be susceptible to interference and the signal will be constantly interrupted. It is advisable to move it closer to the center of the room, where the reception level will be highest.
Method 15. Using a special amplifier
If the signal remains intermittent and weak, using a special amplifier may be the solution. They are usually sold in the form of small compact antennas that connect to a laptop via USB port. This will not only significantly expand the coverage area, but will undoubtedly improve the signal. 
The Wifi standard was developed at the end of the twentieth century by an Australian engineer, and has since become popular with Internet users from all over the world due to the absence of clutter of wires and cables and its great convenience and ease of use. To connect to network resources, you just need to have a laptop if you are in the signal reception area, or a router if you want to enjoy wireless Internet while sitting at home in a comfortable chair. Problems in operation may be due to the fact that the signal is susceptible to the negative effects of various interferences, in which case it simply needs to be amplified.
The bandwidth of the wifi standard allows you to use the Internet on a laptop or any other portable device at speeds of up to 60 Mbit/s, but, unfortunately, the signal quality in many establishments and access points still leaves much to be desired. It often happens that the reason for poor reception lies in the device itself, so this article will talk about how to improve wifi reception on your laptop.
If the Internet connection on your laptop constantly jumps and disappears, the first thing you need to do is update the router firmware, especially if Windows picked them up automatically. Download the driver for the Wi-Fi adapter from the official website of your laptop manufacturer. After which you need to restart the computer and check the signal.
Method 2. What to do if the laptop does not see wifi?
If your device cannot recognize the access point, then you need to make sure that the wireless module is not disabled. Go to the “adapter settings” section, which is located in the “Network and Sharing Center” and see what status the current connection is in. If it is disabled, then the problem can be solved simply by pressing one “connect” button. After this procedure, it is recommended to restart the laptop and check the reception level again.
Method 3: Change the wireless network channel
This seemingly insignificant point at first glance may turn out to be key to the problem of poor reception. If the majority of users within the distribution radius simultaneously use the Internet through the same channel, then at best the speed drops significantly, making it impossible to view video and audio content, and at worst this threatens connection interruptions every fifteen seconds. To solve this problem, you need to install a special utility on your laptop that will display a list of all wireless networks within the access radius of your device, their frequency characteristics, bandwidth and load at the current time. Now you can independently select the most available channel and click on the “connect” button.
Wi-Fi Analyzer shows used Wi-Fi channels nearby
Method 4: Upgrading the adapter
Another way to enhance wifi reception on your laptop is to improve the adapter itself. This especially applies to those users who use adapters that connect to a laptop via USB ports. It is not recommended to turn them on directly, as the reception and signal will be greatly affected. It would be best to use an extension cord, or purchase a special signal amplifier, which can significantly improve reception.
Method 5: Setting a strong password
Of course, you can use special programs to find out all the users who have “joined” your Wi-Fi, but most likely your goal is to improve reception, and not to punish freeloaders, so it’s best to take the time and come up with a complex password. 
Method 6. Reduce the number of electrical appliances within the wireless range
The fact is that devices such as microwaves, cell phones and other household appliances can significantly degrade reception. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that, if possible, minimize the presence of electrical appliances within the operating radius of your router and laptop. In the event that you need to strengthen wifi, for example, while in an office or cafeteria, where it is not possible to rearrange interfering devices at your discretion, all that remains is to change the location.
Method 7. Remove obstacles
Load-bearing walls made of brick or concrete, as well as mirrors and aquariums can serve as a serious obstacle, significantly weakening reception. Since it is not possible to move them like small household appliances, you should find the most suitable place where the signal will be best.
Method 8. Free method for those with skillful hands
If you urgently want to improve your reception, let’s say you have an urgent need for high-quality Internet, but you don’t want to wait several days for the delivery of a new router or amplifier, then skillful, direct hands can come to the rescue. There are several ways to improve the signal on any laptop in this way. For the first, you need two cans of any drink, for the second, a roll of baking foil from which the reflector is made. We will not dwell on the details of the manufacture of these “devices” in this article; there are already a huge number of them on the Internet and on video services like Youtube. Of course, this option has a lot of disadvantages: firstly, the performance quality of such devices will be much worse than those that can be purchased in the store. Secondly, their appearance will be extremely unaesthetic and unattractive. 
Method 9. Eliminating interference in the “face” of another router
The signal from another router may interfere, which is a common problem for residents of multi-story buildings. First, you can change the location of your router and configure the antenna. You can also purchase special reflectors in the store that are attached to the antenna and can enhance the reception by directing it in the desired direction.
Method 10. Expensive and reliable
There is an effective method of increasing Internet speed, but its significant drawback is the need for financial costs to purchase a high-quality modern router model. This method can greatly improve the performance of wifi on your laptop, but it is worth considering the fact that today such a purchase will not be cheap.
Method 11. Installing a special repeater
This method is cheaper than the previous one, and its point is to purchase an additional router, preferably the same model that you are currently using. It can be very easily configured to operate in signal repeater or access point duplication mode. This method can significantly improve the signal. 
Method 12. Replacing antennas
Most external adapters and routers are equipped with removable antennas, and often the quality of those included with the device leaves much to be desired.
Method 13. Power settings
Often in the properties of your laptop computer, the manufacturer has default settings for the priority of power consumption, which can weaken the signal and degrade reception. First you need to enter the “control panel” of your laptop, then select the “security and system” section. Now you need to go to the “power supply” directory and manually set the power consumption mode during the wifi connection. To do this, find the “energy saving mode” tab and set performance to maximum, after which you do not forget to save the settings. 
Method 14. Installing the router in another location
Some users place it on a cabinet or push it to the far corner of the room, where it may be susceptible to interference and the signal will be constantly interrupted. It is advisable to move it closer to the center of the room, where the reception level will be highest.
Method 15. Using a special amplifier
If the signal remains intermittent and weak, using a special amplifier may be the solution. They are usually sold in the form of small compact antennas that connect to a laptop via a USB port. This will not only significantly expand the coverage area, but will undoubtedly improve the signal. 
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