At 12:13 PM 5/31/2004 -0700, you wrote:
>Doug Kit wrote:
> >I am presently using a Microsoft wireless 802.11b base station (MN-500)
>]
>When purchasing any type of wired/wireless hardware, not all products are
>created equal nor may they be compatible with certain hardware/software
>situations. Do the necessary research and purchase the best you can buy.
>Don't let the "I got a good deal" put a bad taste in your mouth when you
>find out it wasn't all that good. The bottom line is important and so is the
>performance of the hardware.
>
>David Gillett wrote:
> >The physical location of the Ap is probably not as important as the
> >location, shape/type, and, for some types, the *orientation* of the
> >antenna(e).
>
> >I have no complaints except it's weak signal 1 1/2 floors from the
> >base station,
>
>Dave made a good observation on the subject. Again, experimenting with
>placement may help. I would try putting it as high as possible. As for
>boosting the signal, one response was to build "parabolic antennas" Which
>for the most part seems reasonable however, there may be some point where
>the signal is not omni directional which may defeat the purpose. 1 1/2
>floors from the base may be the limit of your equipment. Check the specs of
>your base to see what the signal output is or should be.

I recently installed a Netgear 'G' router so I could put two of my systems
upstairs. One thing I found is that I got better signal strength by
adjusting the antenna on the upstairs systems so they stick out horizontal
rather than vertical. Definitely play with orientation and position.


Russ Poffenberger
NPTest, Inc.
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