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Wifi mesh systems

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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,376 ✭✭✭nc6000


    Shouldn't be an issue according to the examples on their website :

    https://www.tp-link.com/uk/home-networking/deco/deco-m4/


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,609 ✭✭✭cmac2009


    Recently got the Deco m5 and have it all set up, but I'm continuously running into issues when trying to set up chromecast. Works ok on existing network, and I've tried options whereby you select forget network, but it never seems to recognise the Deco network name. Anyone ever experience this? Should I name the deco exactly the same as existing network I wonder.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,130 ✭✭✭Gregor Samsa


    cmac2009 wrote: »
    Recently got the Deco m5 and have it all set up, but I'm continuously running into issues when trying to set up chromecast. Works ok on existing network, and I've tried options whereby you select forget network, but it never seems to recognise the Deco network name. Anyone ever experience this? Should I name the deco exactly the same as existing network I wonder.

    I don't have a Chromecast, so I can't comment on the specifics of what you're seeing, but in general the best thing to do when setting up a Mesh network is to turn off your legacy wifi network first. The Mesh network should replace the legacy one, not attempt to complement/compete with it.

    When setting up my Deco M9 network, I gave it the same SSID and password as my old network. Every device in the house (20 something things) automatically connected to the new mesh network without any issue or intervention. I'm sure there may sometimes be reasons not to do it, but my experience is that it made life much, much easier.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,643 ✭✭✭south


    I don't have a Chromecast, so I can't comment on the specifics of what you're seeing, but in general the best thing to do when setting up a Mesh network is to turn off your legacy wifi network first. The Mesh network should replace the legacy one, not attempt to complement/compete with it.

    When setting up my Deco M9 network, I gave it the same SSID and password as my old network. Every device in the house (20 something things) automatically connected to the new mesh network without any issue or intervention. I'm sure there may sometimes be reasons not to do it, but my experience is that it made life much, much easier.

    I've the m5 and did exactly the same thing. Everything worked perfectly


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,365 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    my parents finally upgraded their internet connection recently, house is a circa 3,000 sq foot bungalow with thick walls, router is in the middle currently but cant cover the whole house.

    im lucky in that i have cat 6 everywhere so have hardwired unifi APs, they dont have that luxury so im thinking mesh.

    they arent power users so just looking for whats best value currently,

    TP Link Deco M5 unless there is something better vfm?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,703 ✭✭✭✭R.O.R


    Cyrus wrote: »
    my parents finally upgraded their internet connection recently, house is a circa 3,000 sq foot bungalow with thick walls, router is in the middle currently but cant cover the whole house.

    im lucky in that i have cat 6 everywhere so have hardwired unifi APs, they dont have that luxury so im thinking mesh.

    they arent power users so just looking for whats best value currently,

    TP Link Deco M5 unless there is something better vfm?

    I picked up the 3 pack of Mercusys Halo S12 for €63.99 in Tesco a few weeks ago. Only give up to 100mb/s on WIFI, but that's more than enough for general web browsing. I probably would have got away with the 2 pack as the house is only around 1,500 sq ft, but it was only about €10 less than the 3 pack.

    Got rid of the dead zones I had in a couple of areas of the house. Speed depends on how far I am away from the nearest node, but it's generally 30mb/s at the furthest point and around 90mb/s when close to a node.

    No issues so far with it. Set up via a website that's a bit crap, but once that's all done there's no need to visit that again.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 844 ✭✭✭CrazyFather1


    Cyrus wrote: »
    my parents finally upgraded their internet connection recently, house is a circa 3,000 sq foot bungalow with thick walls, router is in the middle currently but cant cover the whole house.

    im lucky in that i have cat 6 everywhere so have hardwired unifi APs, they dont have that luxury so im thinking mesh.

    they arent power users so just looking for whats best value currently,

    TP Link Deco M5 unless there is something better vfm?

    I am using TP Link Deco P9, I have similar requirements to your parents. Anything else would struggle, I bought this to replace old TP-Link AV600(I think). Which was just the power line adapters and then created a mini wifi zone at the end. Which to be fair for the price done the job perfect so could be an idea.

    I didn't like dropping calls etc when moving from one hotspot to another but that might not be an issue for your parents and would be best bang for your buck


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,365 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    I am using TP Link Deco P9, I have similar requirements to your parents. Anything else would struggle, I bought this to replace old TP-Link AV600(I think). Which was just the power line adapters and then created a mini wifi zone at the end. Which to be fair for the price done the job perfect so could be an idea.

    I didn't like dropping calls etc when moving from one hotspot to another but that might not be an issue for your parents and would be best bang for your buck

    Yes turns out he had a tp link set up that works for now using same ssid so devices just roam across the two WiFi networks

    Next time I’m down I’ll get them something better .


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 844 ✭✭✭CrazyFather1


    Cyrus wrote: »
    Yes turns out he had a tp link set up that works for now using same ssid so devices just roam across the two WiFi networks

    Next time I’m down I’ll get them something better .

    believe me I tried a lot of options and best I found was to use the electric cables in some capacity. Next option was running cables which I wasn't prepared to do

    The design of a bungalow is awful for wifi, then add in block walls and it is nightmare


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,904 ✭✭✭DeadSkin


    Bought the Deco M4, Curry's have the triple pack for 120 Euro.

    We're in a bungalow too with block walls, one end of the house was a total dead zone, the M4 has fixed that, it does exactly as it says on the tin.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    The design of a bungalow is awful for wifi, then add in block walls and it is nightmare

    With that in mind, and when designing a mesh system, where is the best place to position your nodes?

    Excuse my super cool mspaint skills...

    537782.jpg

    Option A is to position the node a bit above the ceiling, which means that the signal is going into a few different rooms with only the ceiling blocking it.

    Option B is snug against the ceiling so closer to the room, but that means that only the room directly below it is getting an interrupted signal, whereas the other rooms are being blocked by a brick wall.

    Or is it not as obvious as that?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,904 ✭✭✭DeadSkin


    DrPhilG wrote: »
    With that in mind, and when designing a mesh system, where is the best place to position your nodes?

    Option A is to position the node a bit above the ceiling, which means that the signal is going into a few different rooms with only the ceiling blocking it.

    Option B is snug against the ceiling so closer to the room, but that means that only the room directly below it is getting an interrupted signal, whereas the other rooms are being blocked by a brick wall.

    Or is it not as obvious as that?

    My bungalow is about 60 feet long with the broadband coming in at one end, this is where I put the first node.
    The second node is across the hall into another room about 25 feet away and the third node is at the other end of the house. There is more than one block wall between each node and all has been working great so far.


  • Registered Users Posts: 336 ✭✭Captcha


    lay off the alcohol and you wont have as many meshes


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    DeadSkin wrote: »
    My bungalow is about 60 feet long with the broadband coming in at one end, this is where I put the first node.
    The second node is across the hall into another room about 25 feet away and the third node is at the other end of the house. There is more than one block wall between each node and all has been working great so far.

    Mine is about 75ft long with 3 Tenda MW-6 nodes. Coverage is fine, but for some bizarre reason the items in the house won't jump to the nearest node automatically. Stuff will cling to a 20mb signal from the opposite end of the house rather than move to the 400mb signal right beside them.

    I've just upgraded to a Ubiquiti Unifi system. Much more customisable, I can set each item to move once the signal strength drops below a certain level so if I move from the bedroom to the living room, the controller will force the phone to move to a closer/stronger signal.

    Havent actually set it up yet, still waiting for a few of the bits to land.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,365 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    DrPhilG wrote: »
    Mine is about 75ft long with 3 Tenda MW-6 nodes. Coverage is fine, but for some bizarre reason the items in the house won't jump to the nearest node automatically. Stuff will cling to a 20mb signal from the opposite end of the house rather than move to the 400mb signal right beside them.

    I've just upgraded to a Ubiquiti Unifi system. Much more customisable, I can set each item to move once the signal strength drops below a certain level so if I move from the bedroom to the living room, the controller will force the phone to move to a closer/stronger signal.

    Havent actually set it up yet, still waiting for a few of the bits to land.

    Can’t beat ubiquiti although it’s addictive I have a whole rack full of gear now !


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    Cyrus wrote: »
    Can’t beat ubiquiti although it’s addictive I have a whole rack full of gear now !

    As if I didn't have enough addiction issues. I got my first smart plug about 3 months ago, saw a cheapo own brand one in Penny's or something so decided to experiment.

    Now have half a dozen tp-link plugs, 2 tp-link bulbs, 2 Meross door openers and 2 Shelly modules...


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,715 ✭✭✭54and56


    Any thoughts on this TaoTronics TriBand mesh system? https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08CNFHYW5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_Kl57Fb7HP1J9X

    Can be purchased for £159 with the £50 voucher until Jan 5th.

    I'm not familiar with TaoTronic routers but have always thought their headphones and other kit was pretty good.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 182 ✭✭Daveq


    54and56 wrote: »
    Any thoughts on this TaoTronics TriBand mesh system? https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08CNFHYW5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_Kl57Fb7HP1J9X

    Can be purchased for £159 with the £50 voucher until Jan 5th.

    I'm not familiar with TaoTronic routers but have always thought their headphones and other kit was pretty good.

    Yes, I got these back in November. I have the Virgin Media Hub 3 and had issues with WiFi working from home. So far with these it's been excellent.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,715 ✭✭✭54and56


    Daveq wrote: »
    Yes, I got these back in November. I have the Virgin Media Hub 3 and had issues with WiFi working from home. So far with these it's been excellent.

    Thanks Daveq, do you reckon two units would cover a 2,000 sq ft two storey house with mostly studded partitions?

    The reviews e.g. https://nerdtechy.com/taotronics-ac3000-mesh-wifi-router-review seem very positive.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,508 ✭✭✭funkey_monkey


    Finally got around to seeing up the unifi ac lite access point that I got before Christmas.
    I have set it up in a spare bedroom which is across the hallway from my room - so essentially two walls away.
    The distance is about 10m at a guess.

    I've checked the signal strength on my mobile and it is only showing 2 bars. I then used an app which shows about 62% signal strength.
    Is this expected and still a good result? I checked the range for the device with its over 120m (clear LoS I presume) so I I did think it would be higher.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 182 ✭✭Daveq


    54and56 wrote: »
    Thanks Daveq, do you reckon two units would cover a 2,000 sq ft two storey house with mostly studded partitions?

    Hmmm, I wouldn't be 100% sure but I'd say so. I'm very happy with the results and Mrs Q hasn't complained once since getting them about the WiFi dropping.

    I'm in a 3 bed semi roughly 990sqft. I get my full 250 down and 25 up on 5ghz in the complete opposite corner of the house upstairs.

    When you're placing the second router, the app recommends how good the placement is.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,715 ✭✭✭54and56


    Daveq wrote: »
    Hmmm, I wouldn't be 100% sure but I'd say so. I'm very happy with the results and Mrs Q hasn't complained once since getting them about the WiFi dropping.

    I'm in a 3 bed semi roughly 990sqft. I get my full 250 down and 25 up on 5ghz in the complete opposite corner of the house upstairs.

    When you're placing the second router, the app recommends how good the placement is.

    Thanks Daveq,

    I'm on a bit of a Mesh learning curve this evening. I've figured out TriBand is the way to go and the TaoTronics system seems like super value (and scores excellent reviews) for £159 but I'm just not sure 2 units will do the trick.

    This is a general mesh question but do you know if the 2nd unit will perform fully if it's getting a fairly weak signal from the base unit? I think I'm so scarred from the problems I have with range extenders that I can't believe mesh will actually work at full tilt so long as the add on units can establish enough of a connection back to the base unit to be "accepted" so to speak. I keep thinking if the 2nd unit is only getting a weak e.g. 10% type signal it'll only rebroadcast 10% of the 200mb available broadband like my range extenders do.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,748 ✭✭✭Bluefoam


    For a 2000ft/sq I'd be looking at a 3 pod mesh...


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    Finally got around to seeing up the unifi ac lite access point that I got before Christmas.
    I have set it up in a spare bedroom which is across the hallway from my room - so essentially two walls away.
    The distance is about 10m at a guess.

    I've checked the signal strength on my mobile and it is only showing 2 bars. I then used an app which shows about 62% signal strength.
    Is this expected and still a good result? I checked the range for the device with its over 120m (clear LoS I presume) so I I did think it would be higher.

    That's about right on 5ghz. 5ghz will give higher speeds but will have half the penetration of 2.4ghz


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,508 ✭✭✭funkey_monkey


    That's about right on 5ghz. 5ghz will give higher speeds but will have half the penetration of 2.4ghz

    The app says I'm connected using 2G.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    The app says I'm connected using 2G.

    Change channel on the ap, take it off auto and set a channel, get a WiFi analyser app for your smartphone and see what channels are in use nearby


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,715 ✭✭✭54and56


    So having read a good bit of this thread and several reviews (all very positive) I've ordered a 2 pod TaoTronics Tri-Band AC3000 mesh system and will add a 3rd pod separately if needs be.

    ATM I have a dual band ASUS RT-N66U router with a lot of IOT devices (thermostat, smart plugs, Nest cameras etc) connected to the 2.4GHz channel and phones and laptops etc connected to the faster 5GHz channel.

    With the benefit of experience would you recommend any tips or actions I should take to prepare for installing the Mesh system?

    My current 2.4GHz network has a horrible name e.g. "ASUS-RT-N66U_2.4GHz".

    I'd like to avoid having to re-connect all the 2.4GHz devices when I install the new Mesh system but don't want to have to carry the existing "ASUS-RT-N66U_2.4GHz" network name over to the Mesh system.

    Does anyone know if I go into my current router and rename "ASUS-RT-N66U_2.4GHz" to something more suitable like "SmithFamilyWiFi" or whatever will the devices which are currently connected "ASUS-RT-N66U_2.4GHz" continue to be connected to "SmithFamilyWiFi" post the name change or will the name change mean they all have to be re-connected to "SmithFamilyWiFi" in which case I might as well just wait and do that when the Mesh system has been installed?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,323 ✭✭✭davo2001


    You can't change the name (SSID) without having to manually reconnect all the devices.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 182 ✭✭Daveq


    54and56 wrote: »
    Does anyone know if I go into my current router and rename "ASUS-RT-N66U_2.4GHz" to something more suitable like "SmithFamilyWiFi" or whatever will the devices which are currently connected "ASUS-RT-N66U_2.4GHz" continue to be connected to "SmithFamilyWiFi" post the name change or will the name change mean they all have to be re-connected to "SmithFamilyWiFi" in which case I might as well just wait and do that when the Mesh system has been installed?

    Wait until you have the new router. I would then deactivate WiFi on your service provider router and replace the Asus with TaoTronics


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,715 ✭✭✭54and56


    Daveq wrote: »
    Wait until you have the new router. I would then deactivate WiFi on your service provider router and replace the Asus with TaoTronics

    Thanks Daveq,

    My Virgin router was switched to modem only several years ago so I guess once the TT arrives I just need to unplug the Asus, set up the TT remembering to name the TTs 2.4GHz network to exactly the same name and password as the existing 2.4GHz network and fingers crossed all 26 or so (mostly IoT type) devices which use the 2.4GHz network will automatically connect to the TT. I'd hate to have to go round and re-connect them all, some of them, like the Tado thermostat haven't been touched in years!!


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  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    54and56 wrote: »
    Thanks Daveq,

    My Virgin router was switched to modem only several years ago so I guess once the TT arrives I just need to unplug the Asus, set up the TT remembering to name the TTs 2.4GHz network to exactly the same name and password as the existing 2.4GHz network and fingers crossed all 26 or so (mostly IoT type) devices which use the 2.4GHz network will automatically connect to the TT. I'd hate to have to go round and re-connect them all, some of them, like the Tado thermostat haven't been touched in years!!

    The client devices may not like the change in BSSID (Mac address for access point) renaming and reconnecting may be safer


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,715 ✭✭✭54and56


    The client devices may not like the change in BSSID (Mac address for access point) renaming and reconnecting may be safer

    :-(


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,554 ✭✭✭Leftwaffe


    Quick question, will a mesh system make the existing WiFi networks disappear and replace them with a single new network with the same SSID all across the house?

    Just wondering what will happen to my dual band WiFi networks that I’m currently using from Eir.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    Quick question, will a mesh system make the existing WiFi networks disappear and replace them with a single new network with the same SSID all across the house?

    Just wondering what will happen to my dual band WiFi networks that I’m currently using from Eir.

    If you add mesh it is very important that you disable wireless on your existing router and create a new network on the mesh


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,554 ✭✭✭Leftwaffe


    If you add mesh it is very important that you disable wireless on your existing router and create a new network on the mesh

    That explains it. Thank you.

    Also, one other question. I have a power line adapter running from my router up to my bedroom in order to hardwire an Ethernet cable to my TV. would I be able to keep this whilst setting up a mesh system?


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,297 ✭✭✭Gooey Looey


    That explains it. Thank you.

    Also, one other question. I have a power line adapter running from my router up to my bedroom in order to hardwire an Ethernet cable to my TV. would I be able to keep this whilst setting up a mesh system?

    Of course


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,508 ✭✭✭funkey_monkey


    Going to install the AP permanently now into position.
    This is the place where is going to install it just above these two faceplates.
    I've checked the routing of the conduit down into the backboxes and there is sufficient space to install.

    It might be better to have it installed on an inside wall as opposed to the exterior wall, but that would have an ugly cable going up to the top of the wardrobe and over.

    Is there anything wrong with this or can I just go ahead?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,715 ✭✭✭54and56


    The client devices may not like the change in BSSID (Mac address for access point) renaming and reconnecting may be safer

    Thanks for the tip. I guess I shouldn't do this the lazy way (keeping the old WiFi name) and just accept I'm going to have to re-connect all devices to the new Mesh system. My main concern is re-connecting the Tado thermometer system as that's got a WiFi bridge etc but I'm sure I'll figure it out. Other than that WiFi plugs are easy technically but somewhat painful as a few are in not so easy to reach locations. The Nest Hello and Camera should be straightforward.

    One more question:-

    I operate a home office so have Virgin business broadband and as part of that I've 5 static IP addresses from them. I only use one of them and it's allocated to the existing ASUS router (connected by Ethernet to the Virgin Modem) as the WAN IP address.

    I can't quite recall the reason for or benefits of having a static IP address set as the WAN IP address but I guess I should replicate the static IP address as the WAN address on the TT Mesh system?

    If anyone has any suggestions for using the other 4 static IP addresses I currently don't use I'm all ears!!


  • Registered Users Posts: 64 ✭✭Debs91


    Hi all,

    I’m enquiring what would be the best means of extending the Fibre to the bedroom & outside workshop area? I’ve tried the TP Link N450 Wireless N Access Point but it’s losing connection so would like to stabilize this if possible.

    Vodafone FTTH 500mb bundle

    Thanks,

    Deborah


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,365 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    Debs91 wrote: »
    Hi all,

    I’m enquiring what would be the best means of extending the Fibre to the bedroom & outside workshop area? I’ve tried the TP Link N450 Wireless N Access Point but it’s losing connection so would like to stabilize this if possible.

    Vodafone FTTH 500mb bundle

    Thanks,

    Deborah

    Best way is to run cat6 cabling to the locations , if you can’t do that either power line adapters or a decent WiFi mesh system (google one or similar )


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,706 ✭✭✭Damien360


    Debs91 wrote: »
    Hi all,

    I’m enquiring what would be the best means of extending the Fibre to the bedroom & outside workshop area? I’ve tried the TP Link N450 Wireless N Access Point but it’s losing connection so would like to stabilize this if possible.

    Vodafone FTTH 500mb bundle

    Thanks,

    Deborah

    Are you using the TP-link as a router after the Vodafone modem ? Or is it an AP ?

    I have virgin BB and put it in modem mode with Google mesh router and 2 x AP's. Not cheap but gives good coverage. Overkill possibly.

    If you have a router and want to use the TP-link as a AP, you could try connect it to the router via powerline connections and then let it be a AP to other wireless devices or a couple of wired in that one location also. I had a similar setup previously but you loose a lot of speed over powerline (drops to 15% of house input in my case). But you get stability.

    Depends what you wish to spend and your needs in each location. Google mesh is very good but doesn't give the coverage they advertise (in my case anyway). Just like any wifi 5Ghz signal, it cannot penetrate solid walls very well. It does have 2.4GHz auto switching built in to get around that. So I had to add another AP point to my purchase of one router and one AP. The setup and control in the app though is excellent.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,508 ✭✭✭funkey_monkey


    Going to install the AP permanently now into position.
    This is the place where is going to install it just above these two faceplates.
    I've checked the routing of the conduit down into the backboxes and there is sufficient space to install.

    It might be better to have it installed on an inside wall as opposed to the exterior wall, but that would have an ugly cable going up to the top of the wardrobe and over.

    Is there anything wrong with this or can I just go ahead?

    I take it this is okay-would like to get this finished.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,365 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    I take it this is okay-would like to get this finished.

    optimal placement is on a ceiling facing down but itll work where you want to put just not optimally.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    Had 2 Unifi APs in place while I waited for 2 more to come in the post.

    Both were delivering a comfortable 350-400mbps.

    Added the extra 1 in the house last night plus 1 in the garage, now all 4 working but maxing out at 98mbps.

    Suggestions?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,365 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    DrPhilG wrote: »
    Had 2 Unifi APs in place while I waited for 2 more to come in the post.

    Both were delivering a comfortable 350-400mbps.

    Added the extra 1 in the house last night plus 1 in the garage, now all 4 working but maxing out at 98mbps.

    Suggestions?

    are they all hard wired?


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    Cyrus wrote: »
    are they all hard wired?

    Yes all 4. One in the garage is at the far end of a 100m cat-6 but the poe injector is at the far end rather than the house side.

    That said the one in the garage is saying "connected (100fdx)" which I believe indicates that the speed is limited.

    538254.jpg

    The 3 in the house shouldn't be affected by that though should they?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,365 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    DrPhilG wrote: »
    Yes all 4. One in the garage is at the far end of a 100m cat-6 but the poe injector is at the far end rather than the house side.

    That said the one in the garage is saying "connected (100fdx)" which I believe indicates that the speed is limited.

    538254.jpg

    The 3 in the house shouldn't be affected by that though should they?

    no they shouldnt but you are correct that one is connected at 100fdx not 1000fdx so the speed on that AP is limited.

    mind me asking why you went for that model for the garage?

    maybe some useful info here?

    https://community.spiceworks.com/topic/1251817-unifi-ap-s-slow-speeds


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    Cyrus wrote: »
    mind me asking why you went for that model for the garage?

    I was originally going to install one outside but later decided not to bother. Already had it bought though so decided it would be fine for the garage.

    I'm wondering if channel selection is an issue. Some of the APs are set to auto selection, some have a channel set.

    Could it be causing issues now that I have 3 in a row rather than 2 at opposite ends of the bungalow?

    I'll have a read of that link now.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,365 ✭✭✭✭Cyrus


    DrPhilG wrote: »
    I was originally going to install one outside but later decided not to bother. Already had it bought though so decided it would be fine for the garage.

    I'm wondering if channel selection is an issue. Some of the APs are set to auto selection, some have a channel set.

    Could it be causing issues now that I have 3 in a row rather than 2 at opposite ends of the bungalow?

    I'll have a read of that link now.

    yeah id set the 2.4g channels 1/6/11

    presume you are connected to a 5ghz ssid with that many APs? if not split 2.4 and 5 and connect to the 5 only.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,505 ✭✭✭✭DrPhilG


    Cyrus wrote: »
    yeah id set the 2.4g channels 1/6/11

    presume you are connected to a 5ghz ssid with that many APs? if not split 2.4 and 5 and connect to the 5 only.

    Sorry getting a bit lost now...

    I chose the option during setup to only display one wifi network and whatever connects to it chooses 2g/5g. Realistically only smartphones connect to the 5g network, everything else (smart plugs, bulbs, tumble dryer etc) connects to the 2g.


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