Wireless repeater??
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Wireless repeater??
05-06-2024 8:33 PM
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Re: Wireless repeater??
05-06-2024 8:55 PM
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https://community.roku.com/t5/Wi-Fi-connectivity/Poor-download-speed-but-my-internet-is-400mbps/td-p...
It would appear that this is not uncommon with some roku boxes. So I doubt a wireless repeater will help much.
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05-06-2024 9:24 PM
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06-06-2024 12:15 PM
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Although not the cheapest option would it be possible to run an ethernet cable from the router to the lounge?
If you live in a detached or semi detached property the cable could be external, terminated at either end by ethernet wall plugs. In the "lounge" you could install a WiFi Access Point (WAP) or a powered ethernet switch which would allow hard wiring of the TV and other devices.
As stated it's not the cheapest option but would give you a solid starting point in the "lounge" and is future proof.
Brian
Re: Wireless repeater??
06-06-2024 1:23 PM
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06-06-2024 2:16 PM
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Whilst not the optimum solution I have a Plusnet Hub 2 and use a TP-Link Mesh dual band WiFi Extender AC1900 (RE550). I installed mine about 12 months ago and have been pleased with the results (my previous old BT branded single band extender did not want to work with the Hub2. I now get a reliable WIFi signal in the two rooms furthest from my router where coverage was previously patchy. Phones, tablets etc, seem to switch seamlessly between the router and the Extender if I move around the house.
I suspect that TP-Link have other and newer models available now but the AC1900 RE550 does still seem to be available from some on-line sellers. There are, of course, other manufacturers of similar equipment.
Re: Wireless repeater??
06-06-2024 3:28 PM
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If an external cable is possible, I was thinking along the lines of getting someone in to do it - hence not the cheapest option. It is future proof and no worries about the signal reaching the "lounge".
Powerline adapters may well do the job. Things may be better now but in days of old poeple either liked them or didn't. Make sure you get a pair with sufficient WiFi speed in case (or if) FTTP comes along.
Others may offer advice on what to get. Some have a WAP built into the second unit along with ethernet sockets.
Brian
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06-06-2024 4:31 PM
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06-06-2024 4:40 PM
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If you're considering Powerlines then make sure both units are in a position where they can be plugged into the same electrical circuit, especially if your consumer unit is a split load type with RCDs or has RCBOs. Take the rated spec e.g 1000av with a large pinch of salt, they should be ok up to about 100Mb which is fine for your existing FTTC connection BUT if you are thinking of getting a higher speed Full fibre in future then they will limit the speeds on anything connected via them.
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