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Trying to get better coverage in weak spots, trying Google wi-fi, what else?
Got TMHI and it’s fine if I’m in the same room with the tower but signal falls WAY off when I move to another floor of the house.
Currently testing out the Google Nest WiFi Pro -- doesn’t seem to do anything.
Any other suggestions? I'd hate to have to go back to cable because of this.
if you have multiple floors then you’ll probably need multiple set ups on both floors..signal gets cut back a bit just going through walls with all the nails, wiring etc..floors would be a bit more.
i have the grasp..but not the know how lol..your turn sir
Ha! Well, I guess I could run a really long Ethernet cable up the steps. Or maybe the nest will work with a mesh network … or maybe that'd just be another bunch of stuff to return.
Nah. If you have (or had) a decent WiFi router in the past, just use Ethernet to plug it in from your TMHI (I've done this), or use a WiFi extender. Can't speak for Nest, I've used the Netgear AC1200 (ethernet over powerline + WiFi) kit. Good for a couple hundred Mbps, and lasts … forever.
Only downsides: old, electrical devices (some GFI) cause noise (Vacuum, hair dryer).
Upside: You could purchase a 100' power extension cord, and plug it in, and it will work. Great for backyard garage service, as it has ethernet on both ends, and wifi hotspot as well.
