cms on 7 Oct 2004 12:36:02 -0000


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Re: [PLUG] Home Networking Questions/Solutions


On Monday 04 October 2004 22:18, Kevin Brosius wrote:
> There are certainly wireless routers with switches built in, some have
> external antenna connections (although I just mention that because of
> one suggestion I'll make.)  Depending on how the electrical panel is
> constructed, you may be able to just put a wireless router in place of
> your existing 4 port router (is there enough space to swap something in
> there?)
> 
> If the panel is to enclosed for the wireless signal to reach your third
> floor, the external antenna is an option.  You can attach an antenna to
> some models of wireless router and place it on the ceiling of the
> basement to get better coverage.

There isn't enough space for a wireless router in the electric panel and I
would have nowhere to put the antenna--at least, nowhere that I'd get a good
signal to the third floor of the house.

Thank you.

Chris/CMS
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