[clue-tech] wrt54g v3 problem

[Brian Gibson]

I remember on a ScreenSavers episode that they replaced the stock omnidirectional antenna of a wireless router and wireless card with directional ones to boost reception.

----- Original Message ----
From: Ken MacFerrin <lists at macferrin.com>
To: CLUE tech <clue-tech at cluedenver.org>
Sent: Friday, March 9, 2007 7:20:03 PM
Subject: Re: [clue-tech] wrt54g v3 problem

Richard Knechtel wrote:
> 
> I don't know about anyone else but I'm done with wireless. I think it's
> WAY over rated. I can't get my computer upstairs to keep a connection to
> save my life. I have the Linksys WRT54G1 (Firmware version 4.20.6) and a
> Linksys WMP54GS wireless network card (in upstairs PC). My internet
> connection (cable modem via Charter) comes in downstairs where it comes
> into the house. I have my PC downstairs hardwired to the WRT54G1 via
> Ethernet cable and it has no problems. The PC upstairs sees the network
> (at a 50% connection rate) but it just won't keep a connection to the
> wireless network much less the Internet - as soon as you try to connect
> - BAM lost connection. Time to hardwire Ethernet. I don't think I want
> to dump anymore money into this money pit called wireless! Anyone else
> had these problems too?

My experience is that I've notice a huge difference based on building
materials.  With a new (aka: cheap, big builder construction) home I've
been able to cover 3 levels and 3500+ sq ft using 1 AP without any
issues..  On an older home with foil backed wall insulation I've had to
use 3 APs running WDS to cover even less sq ft..

If you run a custom firmware you can often turn up your signal output,
but the better solution is to get some of the aftermarket extended range
antenna.
-Ken
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