[Hidden-tech] Cable Router

[Jan Werner]

I've never tried this kind of thing, but I see that the Amped AP600EX 
got a lot of very bad reviews on Amazon.com.

Based once again solely on Amazon reviews, the Engenius Technologies 
ENH202 long range 11n wireless bridge/access point would appear to be a 
better choice.  It has higher radio power and a lower price.

The proper way to use these things is to get two of them and line them 
up to bridge the line of sight distance.  The one at your house should 
be connected to your router.  You'll need a second router in the barn, 
connected to the bridge device at that end, to provide your wireless 
reception there.

This isn't quite the same thing, but I improved the wireless network in 
my house by putting a Trendnet TEW-680MB media bridge in my living room 
and connecting the TV, Yamaha receiver and an HTPC to that directly.

The TEW-680MB also has lousy ratings on Amazon, but reading them, I'd 
say most of the reviewers don't seem to understand how to use the device 
effectively. The same may be true of the Amped AP600EX, but the Engenius 
ENH202 would still be a better buy.

If you do try this and it works, pleased let everyone else on HT know.

Jan Werner
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Donald Stevens wrote:
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> Hi Maria,
>
> You could try it….. it will only cost your time…
>
> What type of signal does your wifi device advertise? G, B, N ?
>
> Most likely, you won’t get past 300’ or maybe not close….
>
> Keep in mind, the further away from the router….. you will have weaker
> signal… slower performance.
>
> You may lose your connection before you get to the 300’, or just can’t
> stand the performance.
>
> Plug it in, walk outside with your laptop, iPads, wifi device, see how
> far you go before you can’t connect.
>
> Although you won’t have any obstructions… like in your house…walls, etc….
>
> You have weather, BIG oak trees, or maybe soccer goal posts! That may
> affect the signal.
>
> The basic wifi repeater / routers send their signal out in all
> directions ….. 360 degrees….
>
> (/Omnidirectional antennas/ distribute their signal equally in all
> directions)
>
> You might want that will send / receive in a more defined path…
>
> (/directionally/, meaning their radio signals can be focused in a
> specific direction)
>
> You may need a router and wireless device in your house,
>
> second wireless device in the barn (that talks to the wireless device in
> your house)
>
> … for this to work.
>
> I found this site, although there are plenty.
>
> http://www.ampedwireless.com/products/ap600ex.html
>
> It’s says “signal to travel 1.5 miles…”….. if this is true, I will plug
> it in here and only charge you a  minimal amount to use my network in
> your barn!
>
> Let us know how it works…. If it works.
>
> don
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> Don Stevens
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> *From:*Maria Korolov [mailto:maria at tromblyinternational.com]
> *Sent:* Thursday, April 10, 2014 8:48 AM
> *To:* Donald Stevens
> *Cc:* Carey Baker; Town Websites; HT-discuss
> *Subject:* Re: [Hidden-tech] Cable Router
>
> Donald --
>
> Yes, it's line of sight, yes, there's power in the barn (but I don't
> know how it gets there -- electric pole?)... distance... hmm... about
> the size of a soccer field? I've seen ads for WiFi repeaters, but most
> of them seem to be designed to be used inside a house, not really
> weather-proof -- should I put one in an upstairs window, facing the barn?
>
> Thanks!
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> -- Maria
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> On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 10:03 PM, Donald Stevens
> <dstevens at tryandfindit.com <mailto:dstevens at tryandfindit.com>> wrote:
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> Maria,
>
> I know there are devices that can repeat the wifi signal….
>
> You can either hard wire them together or connect them via wireless….
>
> I am not sure of the distance though……
>
> There are also “line-of-sight” wireless connections…. (like dish-2-dish
> kinda thing)
>
> How far away will this repeater be from the main house where your router is?
>
> Do you have electric power in the barn?
>
> How does the electric get there? From the house?
>
> There are ways to get that wireless signal pretty much anywhere!
>
> don
>
> Don Stevens
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> *TFI, Inc.*
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> 159 Patricia Circle
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> Office: 413.209.8333 <tel:413.209.8333>
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> *From:*Maria Korolov [mailto:maria at tromblyinternational.com
> <mailto:maria at tromblyinternational.com>]
> *Sent:* Wednesday, April 09, 2014 6:51 PM
> *To:* Donald Stevens
> *Cc:* Carey Baker; Town Websites; HT-discuss
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>
> *Subject:* Re: [Hidden-tech] Cable Router
>
> I'm listening in, too -- I've got a large farm, and would love to be
> able to get WiFi outside, even out at the barn. Maybe a WiFi repeater?
>
>
> -- Maria
>
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> On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 12:55 PM, Donald Stevens
> <dstevens at tryandfindit.com <mailto:dstevens at tryandfindit.com>> wrote:
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> Hi Carey,
>
> There is a "ton" of knowledge here..... for sure..
>
> If you have a moment, can you let us all know what you ended up doing
> and how well it works .... or not.
>
> Believe it or not, your results is as valuable as the knowledge you
> received...
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> I myself always wonder how things turn out....
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> Have a Great One!
>
> don
>
> Don Stevens
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