Как усилить сигнал Wi-Fi в квартире и загородном доме

В данной статье постараюсь рассказать эффективные способы усиления Wi-Fi сигнала. О методах, связанных с консервными банками и прошивками роутеров, упоминать не буду. Итак, начнём по порядку от самого простого…

Расположить роутер на открытом пространстве в центре помещения

Многие прячут Wi-Fi роутеры в шкафчиках, сохраняя эстетику внешнего вида квартиры. Но надо понимать, что даже деревянная или пластиковая дверца шкафчика существенно поглощает радиосигнал, не говоря уже о металлическом шкафчике.

Также очень важным моментом, чтоб Wi-Fi точка доступа находилась посреди квартиры или дачного домика, а не где-то на окне. Но в реальной жизни роутер стоит там, куда мы смогли провода дотянуть, если речь идёт о квартире, то это рядом с входной дверью.

И если сигнал Wi-Fi не дотягивает до дальних помещений, то читаем далее…

Повернуть правильно Wi-Fi антенну

Как бы не казалось, что это малозначительно, но на это стоит обратить внимание! У штыревых антенн, что установлены на роутерах, есть своя диаграмма направленности — основная мощность сигнала распространяется перпендикулярно поверхности антенны.

Но, к сожалению, не на всех роутерах есть такие внешние антенны – иногда они спрятаны внутри корпуса.

Установить более мощную антенну

Этот вариант актуален, если в модели Wi-Fi роутера предусмотрен съём антенн. Обычно такие антенны имеют разъём SMA.

Устанавливая антенну с большим коэффициентом усиления, Вы увеличиваете площадь покрытия в горизонтали (при условии вертикального расположения штыревой антенны) и уменьшаете покрытия в вертикальной плоскости. То есть такое решение актуально для квартиры, но не для двухэтажного дачного домика, где связь нужна на обоих этажах!

Настройка Wi-Fi роутера

Вариант актуален для квартир, офисов, где большое количество соседских WiFi сетей. Устанавливаем на свой телефон программу WiFi Analyzer (таких подобных программ полным- полно). Запускаем и видим аналогичную картину:

Один цвет – одна WiFi сеть. По вертикальной оси – мощность wifi сети, а по горизонтальной – номер канала! Всего каналов 14 в классическом диапазоне 2.4 ГГц!

Наша задача увидеть более-менее свободное место (канал) от соседских сетей. В нашем случае мы видим самое свободное место в районе 11-го канала. При этом надо стараться чтоб соседние сети были как можно более низкого уровня мощности – это сильно влияет на конечную скорость вашей Wi-Fi сети, т.е. чем слабее соседние сети, тем быстрей будет скорость вашего Wi-Fi.

Теперь заходим в админку нашего роутера в раздел Wi-Fi и вручную выбираем 11-й канал! Такая настройка есть в любом роутере.

После перезагрузки, которую предложит сам роутер, проверяем улучшения.

Кстати, в диапазоне WiFi 5 ГГц более 30 каналов и найти там свободный канал гораздо проще! Но далеко не у всех абонентские устройства, такие как телефоны, планшеты, телевизоры поддерживают 5 ГГц!

Wi-Fi репитер

Эти же устройство еще называет Wi-Fi повторителем, ретранслятором.

Как репитер работает? Его следует расположить в точке, приблизительно посередине находящейся, между вашим роутером и дальним помещением. Репитер ловит Wi-Fi сигнал от вашего роутера и ретранслирует дальше.

Плюс такого решения – никаких проводов, воткнул достаточно дешевое устройство в розетку и всё работает. Главное правильно подобрать розетку, куда воткнуть этот репитер и решается это опытным путём.

Но есть и минус такого решения. Все участники сети получат пониженную скорость Wi-Fi, связано это с тем, что репитер работает на том же WiFi канале и, по сути, мешает сам себе (интерференция и ухудшение отношения сигнал/шум). Например, у Вас в квартире скорость Wi-Fi составляет около 50 Мбит в секунду, а после установки репитера скорость может упасть и до 20 Мбит в секунду. Кому то и 20 Мбит будет более чем достаточно (например, поток данных для телевизора в формате FullHD составляет 17 Мбит в секунду). А если у Вас на даче входной канал интернета всего 10 Мбит в секунду, то в таком случае не ждите особых проблем с понижением скорости, потому что на таких низких скоростях интернета влияние интерференции практически не ощущается. Например было 10 Мбит в секунду, а стало 8 Мбит после установки Wi-Fi репитера.

PowerLine адаптер

PowerLine адаптер – это устройство, которое позволяет передавать интернет через существующую сеть 220В, и раздавать этот интернет в конечной точке проводным путём Ethernet или через WiFi.

Схема подключения:

Обычно продаются комплектом из 2-х устройств:

Установка и настройка подобных устройств не требует каких то профессиональных навыков, всё достаточно просто по инструкции. В большинстве случаев вся настройка займёт 1-2 минуты.

Итого: начинайте всегда с самого простого – покрутить антенну и попробовать перенастроить Wi-Fi канал. Потом уже стоит что-либо докупать. Между репитером и PowerLine адаптерами я бы сразу брал последнее, если задача стоит сделать скорость Wi-Fi максимальной.

В целом о Wi-Fi сетях и в частности о бесшовной сети можно почитать ТУТ.

90000 How to improve the signal strength of my 5GHz wireless connection? 90001 90002 90003 This Article Applies to: 90004 90005 90006 90007 90002 TL-WDR3600, TL-WDR3500, Archer C20 (V1) more 90007 90002 TL-WDR3600, TL-WDR3500, Archer C20 (V1), Archer C50 (V1), Archer C7 (V1 V2 V3), Archer C20i, Archer C5 (V1.20), TL-WDR4900, Archer C2, TL-WDR4300 90007 90002 Before getting to far with 5GHz deployment, please pay attention to your geographical location and confirm the local law or regulation for 5GHz Wireless LAN required.90007 90002 90007 90002 90017 Symptom: 90018 90007 90002 — Weak wireless signal showed on client device; 90007 90002 — Can not detect the 5GHz wireless radio 90007 90002 90007 90002 90017 Cause: 90018 90007 90002 Generally, the lower the frequency the farther a wireless signal can travel. Therefore, devices on a 5 GHz network will tend to have a shorter range than those using 2.4 GHz. This can be mitigated somewhat with sophisticated antenna technology, but if a given device is relatively far from the wireless access point, you may have better luck connecting via 2.4 GHz. 90007 90002 Also the higher frequency will be more sensitive to obstacle and more attenuation caused when passing through the walls, ceiling, etc due to the relatively poor diffraction. 90007 90002 Here we take two pictures as example: 90007 90002 90007 90002 90007 90002 90005 SNR: Signal-to-noise ratio is a measure used in science and engineering that compares the level of a desired Signal to the level of background Noise. It is defined as the ratio of signal power to the noise power.A ratio higher than 1: 1 (or 0dB) indicates more signal than noise. 90006 90007 90002 90007 90002 90017 Solution: 90018 90007 90002 Since the intrinsic properties of 5GHz wireless radio, there are no true sense solutions to improve the performance immediately, here we recommend following steps to optimize the wireless connection. 90007 90002 — Please confirm your wireless router / access point or client can support 5GHz wireless radio; 90007 90002 — Deploy your wireless router / access point close enough to your wireless equipment vice versa; 90007 90002 — Avoid the physical barrier because they will absorb the wireless signal dramatically; 90007 90002 — Try to change another channel within the local regulation; 90007 Here we take Archer C7 as an example.Please log into the management page refer to this link then select Advanced> Wireless> 5GHz, and choose another channel to deploy. You can take the following picture as reference. 90002 90007 90002 — If you really need better wireless coverage, however, the 5GHz frequency can not meet your demand after following the suggestions above, please try to switch to 2.4GHz. 90007 .90000 How to Improve Your Wi-Fi Signal 90001 90002 Ah, nature. The birds are chirping, the sun is shining … and your crappy Wi-Fi signal is preventing you from uploading a really clever Facebook status. 90003 90002 It’s hard enough for your Wi-Fi connection to reach the four corners of your house, let alone the backyard and beyond. To take your computing to the distance, you’ll need to seriously boost your Wi-Fi signal. 90003 90002 The following products, hacks and tips will ensure your Wi-Fi keeps you connected no matter where you are.90007 If you’re hoping to connect remotely, say on a camping trip, where there’s no Wi-Fi in sight, you’ll need to address one of two solutions: Enable your wireless plan to turn your phone into a hotspot, or get a Mi-Fi hotspot. These pocket-sized mobile hotspots connect multiple devices through your cellphone carrier. The device itself costs up to $ 50 with a two-year contract; add in data charges ($ 20-30 per month) for an expensive but convenient option. 90003 90002 90003 90002 90012 90013 Image courtesy of Flickr, Halans 90014 90015 90003 90002 Extending your current Wi-Fi signal to encompass the outdoor area surrounding your home is a little more complicated.90003 90002 The first and easiest method is to check your router settings. Many current routers support two networking standards: 802.11b and 802.11g. Turn off the 802.11b option — it’s older, slower and will clog up your connection speeds. This should give you an extra bar, but probably will not reach the far corners of your yard. 90003 90002 Do not worry about updating your router to a new standard, just yet. New router standards like 802.11ac do exist and may give you a stronger signal, but sometimes suffer serious drawbacks, such as compatibility with your current devices.Your old router should work just fine. 90003 90002 Next, check the placement of your router. While that unsightly box might detract from your decor, avoid tucking it away in the deep recesses of your home or against an exterior wall. Wi-Fi routers work best without physical barriers, such as cement or brick, blocking their signal. Think of your Wi-Fi signal as a stream of water ripples, constantly moving outward but getting weaker as it expands. Centralize your router in your home, ensuring the strongest signal will reach as far as possible, or position it closer to the outdoor region you’re hoping to boost.Just know other areas of your home may suffer. 90003 90002 Now that you’ve got the router placed correctly, you can extend the reach of the signal. Some insist that a well-placed soda can or some aluminum foil will do the trick, if only to gain an extra bar or two. Check out the video below for a how-to on making a DIY Wi-Fi booster. 90003 90002 This sort of DIY mod is a great idea if you can not center your router in the house, or if you’re trying to prevent a neighbor from stealing your signal, as it will bounce the signal off the metal in the opposite direction .90003 90002 Another option is to replace the stock antenna on your router with an Omni-Directional Antenna. This simple fix could potentially double or triple your signal strength in every direction, and only costs about $ 30. 90003 90002 If you’re looking to even more heft to your signal, you’ll need to purchase a repeater or range extender. Place a repeater between the router and the «dead zone,» where it will catch the original signal and repeat it farther outward. Some old routers can convert into repeaters, or you can purchase one for about $ 40.One great option is the SharePort Mobile Companion by D-Link, which alternates as a router, Wi-Fi hotspot or repeater at the flip of a switch. 90003 90002 90012 90013 Image courtesy of D-Link 90014 90015 90003 90002 If your signal is not reaching as far as you’d like, you have options, many of which are free or relatively cheap. Remember, not everyone will have the same solution. Changes in something as simple as terrain can have a huge effect on signal strength. 90003 90002 Can not live without your Mi-Fi? Do you use a repeater that powers up your whole block? Let us know your solutions in the comments.90003 90002 90003 90002 90012 90013 Homepage image courtesy of Flickr, Dan Leppert 90014 90015 90003 .90000 4 Ways To Boost And Optimize Laptop’s Wireless WiFi Signal Strength And Speed ​​90001 90002 How to improve your laptop’s wireless signal receiving strength and speed? If you happened to own a notebook powered by Intel Wireless Chipset, you are lucky enough to have the ability to boost your laptop’s capability in receiving and sending the wireless signals. Without further ado, here are 4 simple methods to boost your Microsoft Windows and Apple MacBook macOS laptop’s wifi signal and speed. 90003 90004 90002 Alternative 2020 Article ➤ 12 Wireless Router Antenna Distance Coverage Comparison 90003 90007 90002 90003 90002 How to speed up wifi connection? Not all Wireless Adapter are the same, there are a number of chipset makers such as Atheros, Qualcomm, Broadcom, Ralink, MediaTek and more.Intel is my favorite Wireless chipset, this is because it comes with a few wireless adapter settings that will boost the signal received by the laptop. As shown in the screen shot below, with a simple click, you can access the advanced adapter settings and configure settings to meet your wireless networking needs. Here are 4 unique features available for intel WiFi Chipset you should maximize to amplify the signal received from the router. Works great on Microsoft Windows 10. 90003 90012 90013 Ad-hoc power management — Set power-saving features for device to device (ad-hoc) networks.90012 90013 90016 Disabled 90017: Select when connecting to ad-hoc networks with stations that do not support ad-hoc power management. 90018 90013 90016 Maximum Power Savings 90017: Select to optimize battery life. 90018 90013 90016 Noisy Environment 90017: Select when connecting in a noisy environment to prevent performance degradation. 90018 90027 90018 90013 Roaming aggressiveness — Define how aggressively your Wi-Fi client roams to improve connection to an access point. Click Use default value to balance between not roaming and performance.90012 90013 90016 Lowest 90017: Your wireless client will not roam. Only significant link quality degradation causes it to roam to another access point. 90018 90013 90016 Medium-Low / Medium-High 90017: Allow roaming. 90018 90013 90016 Medium 90017: Balanced setting between not roaming and performance. 90018 90013 90016 Highest 90017: Your Wi-Fi client continuously tracks the link quality. If any degradation occurs, it tries to find and roam to a better access point. 90018 90027 90018 90013 Transmit power — The optimal setting is to set the transmit power at the lowest possible level still compatible with communication quality.The setting allows the maximum number of wireless devices to operate in dense areas. It reduces interference with other devices that share the radio spectrum. If you decrease the transmit power, you reduce the radio coverage. 90012 90013 90016 Lowest 90017: Sets the adapter to the lowest transmit power. Increase the number of coverage areas or confine a coverage area. You should reduce the coverage area in high traffic areas to improve overall transmission quality and avoid congestion or interference with other devices.90018 90013 90016 Medium-low / Medium / Medium-high 90017: Set by country requirements. 90018 90013 90016 Highest (Default) 90017: Sets the adapter to a maximum transmit power level. Use this setting for maximum performance and range in environments with limited radio devices. 90018 90027 90018 90013 Throughput Enhancement / Booster — Enhance the transmit throughput by enabling packet bursting. The default setting is Disable. When the Intel Throughput Enhancement feature is enabled, the wireless adapter may transmit using the Short Interframe Space (SIFS) interval between packets instead of waiting for the expiration of the Distributed Coordination Function Interframe Space (DIFS) and additional random back-off time.The shorter wait time results in better throughput of the wireless medium. 90018 90027 90068 ↓ 02 — DIY WiFi Antenna Reception Booster 90069 90002 90003 90002 How to improve your internet connection and wifi signal strength? If your laptop does not use an intel wireless chipset, the only way to solve this is to purchase a USB wireless adapter. After researching for days, I could not find any intel powered Wireless USB Adapter, I suspect this is because the cost is too high or not a favorite among geeks.After all, the best USD Wireless Network Adapter that can be hacked for stealing wifi packet efficiently are powered by Atheros, Ralink, and Realtek Chipsets. With that, you will need to purchase a USB Wireless Network Adapter, download the WindSurfer A4 Size Template and create your own antenna extender. 90003 90002 90003 90002 90003 90002 Channels are like highway, there are 9 to 13 channels available for public WiFi Wireless usage, certain channels are off limit for military and police usage, thus making the available channels for public usage limited, therefore more congested.If you live in a densely populated area, such as a condominium, chances are your neighbors are tuning into the same channels. The best channel is the least used channels, the only way to find out is to scan all the WiFi signals within your receivable radius. Once identified, you should change the router’s channel to the least used channels within your area. More WiFi channel scanning software here. 90003 90002 90003 90002 WifiInfoView scans the wireless networks in your area and displays extensive information about them, including: Network Name (SSID), MAC Address, PHY Type (802.11g or 802.11n), RSSI, Signal Quality, Frequency, Channel Number, Maximum Speed, Company Name, Router Model and Router Name (Only for routers that provides this information), and more. When you select a wireless network in the upper pane of this tool, the lower pane displays the Wi-Fi information elements received from this device, in hexadecimal format. WifiInfoView also has a summary mode, which displays a summary of all detected wireless networks, grouped by channel number, company that manufactured the router, PHY type, or the maximum speed.90003 90068 ↓ 04 — Wireless Mouse, Keyboards, Speakers, And Printers 90069 90002 Wireless Mouse, Wireless Speakers, Wireless Keyboards, Wireless Headphones and more can interfere with your wifi signals, if possible, use a wired mouse and keyboards. I’ve experience this when I purchase a new computer with both wireless mouse and keyboard, initially I thought it was weak batteries or product defect, the problem goes away when I research on the channel frequency my Logitech devices use and change the channel for my router, thus avoiding any conflict due to proximity.Yes, I am aware that those are powered by Bluetooth, but the extra noise generated by so many device on the same channel causes a slow response from the device and high latency. 90003 90068 ↓ Want Faster WiFi Connection? Here Are 5 Weirdly Easy Tips 90069 90002 Last but not least, positioning the wireless router is equally important. We’ve been putting our routers in the wrong place this whole time. Wifi signals are made of radio waves that have a shorter wavelength than AM radio and cell phones but longer than satellite tv.How can I make my wifi faster? There are several things you can do to make your wifi faster without paying more, and they mostly have to do with the placement of your wifi router. 90003 90002 90093 90094 90003.90000 Boost WiFi Signal — How to Improve Wireless Router Range — LAPTOP 90001 90002 90003 90002 Anyone who has experienced seemingly random disconnections while trying to surf the Web, stream movies or play online games understands the frustrations that come from poor wireless signal strength. Fortunately, you do not have to run out and buy a brand-new router just yet. Here are seven ways you can improve your router’s performance for (mostly) free. 90003 90002 90007 1. Position Your Router in an Open Space 90008 90003 90002 Just like Superman’s X-ray vision, wireless signals have a difficult time penetrating metal and other dense objects.Obstructions such as metal filing cabinets, pipes and walls can limit your wireless connection, and the more obstructions between your router and computer, the more severe the interference. 90003 90002 Place the router in the open away from interfering objects to maximize signal strength. Similarly, placing your router in a corner of your house (or worse, in the basement) can reduce its range and capacity, as the signal loses efficacy every time it passes through an obstruction. Keeping the router in a central location can significantly improve your Wi-Fi’s performance.90003 90002 90007 2. Change your Wireless Channel 90008 90003 90002 90003 90002 Wireless routers use specific channels (one of 11) to send and receive data. The more routers operating on a certain channel, the slower all their connections will be. You can use a free tool such as inSSIDer (www.metageek.net/products/inssider) to scan for nearby Wi-Fi networks and detect which wireless channel they’re using, then switch to a channel that’s more open. 90003 90002 If the majority of surrounding routers are using channel 1, for instance, those people will suffer from limited range and power.Switching your wireless channel is easy enough — just read the documentation that came with your router to find the IP address for its configuration page (or type «ipconfig» into a command line, and find the address listed for Default Gateway). Then type that address into your browser’s address bar. You can change your wireless channel from there. 90003 90002 90007 3. Update your Router’s Firmware 90008 90003 90002 Like any piece of hardware, your router can eventually fall out of date. Router manufacturers routinely roll out new firmware for their products, which fixes bugs and increases performance and reliability.Unfortunately, wireless routers do not often inform users that an update for their firmware is available. 90003 90002 The good news is that downloading and applying the update is a fairly simple process. First, look on the back of your router to find the model and version numbers. With those in hand, go to the manufacturer’s website to find the latest firmware for your router. After you’ve downloaded the file, install it by opening the router’s configuration page (described in the previous tip), opening the tab for Firmware Upgrade and choosing the downloaded file as the source.Let the upgrade process complete before clicking on any other link on the router configuration page. 90003 90002 90007 4. Update your Wireless Adapter Drivers 90008 90003 90002 Like your router, your wireless adapter also receives periodic updates, some of which can boost your Wi-Fi performance. To get the latest drivers, you’ll need to find out which manufacturer the adapter comes from. Head to Device Manager in the Control Panel; once there, expand Network Adapters to find your adapter’s model and make.Next, go to the manufacturer’s website and download the latest drivers for your device. 90003 90002 If the file is an executable (i.e., a «.exe» file), just run the program. Otherwise, head back to Device Manager and double-click the name of the wireless adapter. Once there, click the Driver tab and select Update Driver. Finally, select «Browse my computer for driver software» and select the file you downloaded from the manufacturer. 90003 90002 90007 5. Replace your Router’s Antenna 90008 90003 90002 Although most new routers feature internal antennas — which are difficult to modify or replace — some still use external antennas.These antennas are typically omnidirectional to ensure that the signal reaches every part of your home equally. However, if your router is positioned near an outside wall or in the corner of your home — and you can not move it — half or more of the signal will be lost as the antenna beams data into the wall. 90003 90002 Installing a high-gain antenna can maximize your router’s signal strength, as it allows you to aim the wireless signal in a single direction. On the other hand, if an omnidirectional antenna works best for you (for instance, if your router is placed in the center of your home), consider purchasing a longer antenna, as these generally boast better performance.The documentation that came with your router should provide specific instructions on how to replace the antenna. 90003 90002 Fortunately, replacement antennas are not expensive. For example, a high-gain antenna for a Linksys WRT54GL Wireless-G Broadband Router — one of the most popular routers on Amazon.com — costs about $ 8 via the online retailer. 90003 90002 90007 6. Add a Wireless Repeater 90008 90003 90002 90003 90002 You can use a wireless repeater to extend the range of your wireless router without moving the router itself or installing any extra wiring.The repeater’s name implies how it works — it just identifies the signal being transmitted by the router and «repeats» the signal at its location at full strength. 90003 90002 Some of the signal integrity gets lost when the repeater rebroadcasts the signal, making a wireless repeater less optimal than a wired repeater if signal integrity is your primary concern. On the other hand, using a wireless repeater obviates the need for extra wiring, making it much more convenient. 90003 90002 Wireless repeaters range in price from about $ 25 to as much as several hundred dollars.The popular Amped Wireless-N Smart Repeater and Range Extender will run you $ 119. 90003 90002 To set up your wireless repeater, follow these steps: 90003 90064 90065 First, access the device’s system menu (as described in the manual). 90066 90065 Ensure that the repeater and the router use the same SSID (your wireless network’s name and password). 90066 90065 Give your repeater the same MAC address as the router. 90066 90065 To find out your router’s MAC address, open the command prompt in Windows and type «ipconfig / all.»The MAC address will be listed next to the heading Physical Address. 90066 90065 Finally, place the repeater halfway between your router and your computer, and check to see if it’s receiving a WLAN signal. 90066 90075 90002 90007 7. Using DD-WRT 90008 90003 90002 90003 90002 This tip is recommended only for advanced users. You can download DD-WRT, a free piece of Linux-based firmware designed to improve signal strength and add new features to your router (such as the ability to selectively throttle the bandwidth of specific programs).More and more routers are supported by DD-WRT, so it’s likely that if you’re using a router from one of the major vendors, you’ll be able to install the software. 90003 90002 Note that installing DD-WRT can void your warranty and is exceedingly difficult to remove once installed. The installation can also be somewhat laborious, and — if you’re not careful — can result in «bricking» your router if an error occurs while flashing the firmware. The installation process is too detailed to explain here, but, thankfully, the developer maintains a wiki (www.dd-wrt.com/wiki) that includes a step-by-step guide to installing DD-WRT, as well as instructions on how to recover your router should it become bricked. 90003 .