I am traveling in a RV and the parks have a very weak wifi signal, is this what I need to improve that signal from 250 feet and using I pads as we'll
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This one can use as repeater, so you can connect the other router through wifi to extend the coverage
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This problem has been on my list, so I addressed it last night. I used two devices to achieve a solution which satisfies me--a TP-WR841ND running openWrt and one of these GL.iNets. I gave the WR841 a lan ip of x.x.2.99 so I could control it, and used dhcp on wireless to connect to my AP (as if connecting to a campground AP). I plugged the GL.iNet into the WR841 using the WAN socket with a wired ip of x.x.2.1, and set the wireless to be an AP (with, for instance, an SSID of "myRV" and a password). Then my laptop could connect wirelessly to "myRV" and access the internet. For security, I would use a VPN (such as StrongVPN) when connecting to any public AP. This problem has been on my list, so I addressed it last night. I used two devices to achieve a solution which satisfies me--a TP-WR841ND running openWrt and one of these GL.iNets. I gave the WR841 a lan ip of x.x.2.99 so I could control it, and used dhcp on wireless to connect to my AP (as if connecting to a campground AP). I plugged the GL.iNet into the WR841 using the WAN socket with a wired ip of x.x.2.1, and set the wireless to be an AP (with, for instance, an SSID of "myRV" and a password). Then my laptop could connect wirelessly to "myRV" and access the internet.... » Read More This problem has been on my list, so I addressed it last night. I used two devices to achieve a solution which satisfies me--a TP-WR841ND running openWrt and one of these GL.iNets. I gave the WR841 a lan ip of x.x.2.99 so I could control it, and used dhcp on wireless to connect to my AP (as if connecting to a campground AP). I plugged the GL.iNet into the WR841 using the WAN socket with a wired ip of x.x.2.1, and set the wireless to be an AP (with, for instance, an SSID of "myRV" and a password). Then my laptop could connect wirelessly to "myRV" and access the internet. For security, I would use a VPN (such as StrongVPN) when connecting to any public AP. « Show Less
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I will be looking to solve the same problem in about 6 months, and so have considered the alternatives. The GL-iNet might work, but its range might be limited because it has no external antenna. I am more inclined to try the TP-LINK TL-WR940N or WR841ND. I am comfortable working with the open source router software, openWrt, and would set the router up to link to the campground AP and then provide a local AP for my wireless devices as well as a connection for a set-top box of some sort (Roku or Chromecast or other).
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there are better options, I know this could be cheap, but it's not a good option. If you could, try to move the router closer to the place that you want, if can't, maybe could look for a better wifi repeater.
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If this is like it's big brother in the series - the RV220W - you SHOULD be able to set the AP up on a separate VLAN and route traffic that way.
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as a booster it can't slow down the connection you are attaching it to...it can only make it better, but how much better is the question. For the use I have it for it This works "enough" to keep the streaming of a movie without stalling, although I anticipate if I were out on the open road looking for a signal, I would be better off with a booster that had more range of up to 1 mile. This booster is fine for the distance of 200ft. through an outside wall and small forest growth to my camper from my main modem. It's a great product for the price.
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If you can see a signal now, this will almost certainly improve it. If you can't see his signal at all, this may not help. I have a small shop that is across the road from my house. The total distance is only about 150' but the signal has to pass through 5 walls and a tree line. With my laptop at the door of the shop, I could get a signal strength of 1 bar. With the Alpha plugged into a USB port on the laptop, I can move it to the back of the shop and I still have a signal strength of 4 bars.
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As far as I can tell, the best use for this device is a paperweight. It did nothing to expand my wifi range.
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Yeah I agree with Danny, but with some creative engineering you can still boost the signal distance. The only way to boost the signal of something like this would be to utilize the interrupt pin and have it trigger from a read on the external antenna, Which would actually be pretty interesting to code and build. Hope this helps!
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it is about same be aware I run ddwrt most of time or merlinwrt which is a slightly modified asuswrt factory firmware dont try to raise the transmit power big nono the chipset is amplified after the transmiter chip so increasing transmit power will do nothing but fry the booster / amplifier causing wireless to no longer function. Best option for increasing range is to get better antennas and to use good cables preferably LMR400 low loss and like 15dbi outside antennas 3 of each to be exact and keep cable length to a minimum to get less signal loss. Cheap antennas found on amazon / ebay tend to be garbage and are often 90% no better than the oems and often worse.
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I use one with a distance of about 300 feet (about 100 meters) and barely have the required signal strength. Also, the output signal is weak at a distance of 15 feet in my house.
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Hi ToddI found the IR emitters to be a hit and miss. I found that if you are too far 8 feet or so some of your devices would not work. Yes they need to be I -front if you. Another option to investigate would be solutions to control your equipment from your smart phone. These will offer a ir gateway to 802.11 that way you will have no issue with distance
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Try getting very close to your router, like less than 2 feet away, sounds silly but this worked for me it seems this tablet wont pick up wifi at any distance even if it shows signal.
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With only 400' if you have line of site to the building, You may be able to mount a SINGLE M2 on the outside of the remote building and connect it directly to the AP that is in the first building. This would eliminate one of the M2's and the wiring in the originating building. If you cannot get a solid signal, you will have to go with the devices as described above.
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When you attached this device you will turn off your internal card, and rely solely in this to receive you're wireless connection. So the range should be consistent across all devices. It will not combine with your other wireless signal to boost that one. I don't remember the effective range of this one specifically, but when I was using every day with my MacBook Pro, it was far better than the internal card. I eventually upgraded to newer better versions, that are obviously more expensive, but I loved this adapter. I hope that helped.
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Since this product uses WiFi instead of Bluetooth, the range is slightly more complicated, but should generally be much broader. There are two parts to consider, with your WiFi router being the key. Your source device (iPhone, iPod, etc.) needs to have a good connection to your WiFi network, so your range will depend on that. This unit needs to have a very good connection to the WiFi as well and should be located as close to your router as possible, but many factors can impact this, such as the number of walls in between and even the number of electrical wires in those walls. Certain electrical units can impact WiFi signals as well, such as dimmer switches, cordless phones and microwave ovens. If you have dead spots in your WiFi coverage or you're not getting a good signal in your desired location, you may want to consider relocating your router or installing a WiFi range extender.
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I guess you would want to use a couple of Ubiquiti PicoStation M2HP 2.4GHz 802.11g/n High Power Access Point for your park
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Yes it should be perfect for picking up signals from farther away. I used to use mine at the RV Park. It is basically just an amplified wireless antenna receiver.It comes with a driver CD, which I just checked and it has a MAC OS 10 driver.
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This product did not work for me not sure your scenario but also look into access points and look into a better wireless router. I purchased a 20 router and it performed better than my older 75 one.