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    Wireless repeater Q ?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by zehmb, Jul 20, 2007.

  1. zehmb

    zehmb Notebook Consultant

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    Are wireless repeaters useful in todays market and technology. I've played with one years back and it didnt help that much. Im debating whether or not to try to get one to boost the signal on the otherside of my house ...

    If you do recommend it, are regular linksys g routers (WRT54G i think) compatible with WDS technology. I don't want to buy one and find out its not compatible.. thanks for your help
     
    zehmb, Jul 20, 2007
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  2. blue68f100

    blue68f100 Notebook Virtuoso

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    Normally upgrading antennas to high gain is a better solution. So as you through a repeater in the works you will loose some of your speed.

    I went with a stand along AP so I could position it for better coverage.
     
    blue68f100, Jul 20, 2007
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    Reezin14 Crimson Mantle Commander

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    I would also recommend checking into stronger antennas.
     
    Reezin14, Jul 21, 2007
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  4. Minger

    Minger Notebook Consultant

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    I know WDS is accessable through DD-WRT firmware, not sure about the regular one.
     
    Minger, Jul 21, 2007
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