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    powerlink pl-18 vs alfa awu036h

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by mlg2919, Apr 7, 2012.

  1. mlg2919

    mlg2919 Notebook Guru

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    I have an Asus K70IC with an Atheros AR9285 wifi card and want to improve my single range and strength as I travel a lot into remote area where signal might be 1/2 mile away. Will either the powerlink pl-18 or alfa awu036h help in reaching my goals of better range/signal?

    The powerlink seems to be the best with 2 9db antennas and the fact that it does N. But I know next to nothing about them and have found little information, so HELP!!!

    Amazon.com: Alfa AWUS036H 1000mW 1W Deluxe Bundle 802.11b/g High Gain USB Wireless Long-Rang Wi-Fi Network Adapter with 5dBi and a 9dBi Antenna and Suction cup Window Mount dock Also includes a Neoprene carrying case - For Wardriving & Range Extensio

    Amazon.com: Powerlink Hermes 11Bgn Usb 1W Hi-Power Adapter 2X9dbi Antenna: Computers & Accessories
     
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    The first important question is: do you have a router or access point that is capable of transmitting the wireless signal that far? Getting a better adapter won't help at all if your wireless signal can't get there anyways. Half a mile sounds like a lot to ask from any standard router.
     
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    There are locations that have a router or access point that are less than 1/2 mile, that is just the worst case. So which of these do you think will do a better job if you have a signal.
     
    mlg2919, Apr 8, 2012
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