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Use existing router as an access point?
I just received and installed a new 5G internet device (the Sagemcom FAST one). In its present location, it is reporting 4 bars (very good) of reception. However, its wifi function is relatively weak...
No, just suggesting setting it up as a router so you don't lose any of its features - as an access point you'll lose some features that are specific to that router. In both cases it starts with connecting your router's WAN port to one of the TMobile ethernet ports…
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Danny G, I suggest you see the video in the youtube link that BobT sent me. If you're getting good reception on the TMO device but poor wifi at your home, this video will guide you through the process of turning off wifi on the TMO device and using your existing router as the wifi router for TMO service. Also, I know TMO recommends you put their device "near a window", but when I did that the best I got was 3 bars. On a whim I decided to try a spot near my old router (inside a closet, 2nd floor, about 12' from the outside, through a couple of walls) and suddenly got 4 bars - consistently! So the message here is to not simply seek the best "near a window" location, but try other locations to see if reception improves. Also try in your attic if you have one (I think the higher the better improves reception), and last but not least, try rotating the TMO device. I found that when it's facing directly East I get the best reception, but of course it can/will be different at your location.
