Solved Wi Fi doesn't reach upstairs

[Senexx]

That's basically a thing I was asked recently. It's something I should know.

The asker argues its their 3 wall brick office. What alternatives are there?

How can we assist it to reach upstairs?

 

[Ink]

You could extend the Wireless range in the dead-zones with a WiFi Booster.

Or use a Powerline HD kit (Ethernet over Power), I currently use the Netgear HDXB101 (although now that model has been discontinued).

Does this help, or not at all?

 

[iPanik]

If they have ethernet upstairs then i would suggest getting a second router and give it the same name(SSID) and encryption password. Then they will appear as the same network to devices and they will connect to whichever is best.

 

[Exterminator]

You can use an old router if you have one as a wi-fi booster,this is a bit more involved and for more advanced users but there are some good tutorials on how to do it that anybody can follow.Here is one form lifehacker: http://lifehacker.com/5563196/turn-your-old-router-into-a-range+boosting-wi+fi-repeater

Here is a very good youtube video on using an old router as a wi-fi booster



You can also use an old router as a wireless access point which is much simpler. Here is a good tutorial: http://www.tested.com/tech/298-how-to-use-an-old-router-to-expand-your-wi-fi-network/

I keep my old routers just for this reason.I have used both of these methods for myself,friends and family.The latter method being much easier and less time consuming.

 

[Senexx]

You could extend the Wireless range in the dead-zones with a WiFi Booster.

Or use a Powerline HD kit (Ethernet over Power), I currently use the Netgear HDXB101 (although now that model has been discontinued).

Does this help, or not at all?

I'll let you know when I know. I was asked this in passing.

 

[Senexx]

Because I didn't get back to the guy quick enough, it seems he no longer wants my help.