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    Max performance on WiFi

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by poopboypat, Sep 26, 2006.

  1. poopboypat

    poopboypat Notebook Guru

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    Hi, i would like to know what are some good ways in windows xp to boost wireless range. I have tryed under the configureation disabling power mode, and enebling speed boost.

    Are there any other ways without buying external adaptors of improving your wireless signal?

    Please dont tell me to move my router.
     
    poopboypat, Sep 26, 2006
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  2. kegobeer

    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    There's nothing you can do in your OS. You can get custom firmware for your router (if your router supports it, like the Linksys WRT54 series and hyperWRT firmware) and boost the signal strength, or you can buy better antennas, or you can centrally locate your router.
     
    kegobeer, Sep 27, 2006
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  3. Tees0230

    Tees0230 Notebook Guru

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    You could also look at getting an access point halfway between your router and where you're wanting to use your computer. You can find these at Best Buy or anywhere like that if I'm not mistaken.
     
    Tees0230, Sep 27, 2006
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    RedSensiStar Notebook Deity

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    1 MB of RAM on that Latitude huh? I'm feeling the power ;-)
     
    RedSensiStar, Sep 27, 2006
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    Tees0230 Notebook Guru

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    haha..... and THAT is why one should not create a sig on too little sleep / not enough caffeine..... :eek:
     
    Tees0230, Sep 28, 2006
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