We found a solution by using a wireless repeater (also called a range extender), which you place somewhere between your current wireless modem/router and the poor signal areas. The repeater retransmits our home WiFi signal to cover the weak signal areas. The re-transmitted signal quality is commonly slower, but quite usable for most needs.
We’re using the High Power Wireless - 150N Smart Repeater from amped|wireless (www.ampedwireless.com). We needed to “teach” it about our home network (configuration, passwords and the like), but a setup wizard stepped us through the rather tedious process of scanning, entering info and such. The repeater sets up as a separate WiFi hotspot that must be logged in to so, as we move around between coverage areas, we need to keep switching between our regular network and the repeater network.
The High Power Wireless - 150N Smart Repeater comes with the option to customize security features such as limiting signal strength, protected setup, and passwords. Included also are five wired ethernet ports that can be used for connecting PCs, Internet TVs and other A/V devices. We think it’s a great addition to our home wireless network.
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