[clue-tech] wrt54g v3 problem

[Richard Knechtel]

It sounds like maybe I should try and get some better antenas.
I guess I'll try that and see if that helps.

Thanks all for your feedback, this has gotten me severely frustrated.


At 07:20 PM 3/9/2007, Ken MacFerrin wrote:
>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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