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Old 07-13-2011, 12:32 PM   #5
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Default Re: Boosting wireless internet signal

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Originally Posted by forgop View Post
Ok, dumb question, but would there be any worry of going with a different brand? I'm just not sure how well this stuff works together if they're different.
Since 802.11N is still not an officially adopted standard, if you go out and buy repeaters, your best bet is to stay within the brand.



I don't mean to ask a dumb question, but what is the mobile device (laptop, etc) capable of? If it is capable of only 802.11g, then that is your problem. 802.11N has a much wider range. If you have 802.11g devices on your wi-fi, often that will bring your 802.11N devices down to that level. If you need both, you might want to setup two wi-fi networks. One exclusively 802.11g and the other 802.11N. Both can be plugged into the same internet router/cable modem, just on different wi-fi networks. You'll have to make sure not to overlap the DHCP pools. If you get that far and need more help PM me.
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