I have a Netgear router which is located in the basement I have a ring bell in the kitchen which gets a weak signal should I put this unit in the kitchen or in the basement null

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Brian · Accepted Answer

Dear Anonymous;

Your best bet, based on my experiences installing wireless routers, is to position it in the middle of the home (1st floor area). Having it come from the basement means it has to go through cement, wood, and other thick surfaces. Consider, too, that insulation that's extremely old can cause strange reactions to wireless router signals. My advice to you is to get upstairs in the main living area. 

Best of luck,

Consultant Brian

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Moving the router to the kitchen will give you a stronger signal, but in return you will have week signal in the basement. A WiFi extender would be a alternative option to kept a strong signal in both places.

Answered by Anonymous 7 years ago

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