Setting up a booster for Wifi, Please help...

[Martin 71]

Hey, so I am trying to use a booster to get wifi in my shed... I bought a hawking Hi gain 14db directional outdoor router and a Linksys 54g as well... I connected the linksys to my router and the booster to one of the Linksys antenna ports... But it won't transmit... I get the Linksys network, but I can't browse the internet with it... even when I'm right next to it... Any help is greatly appreciated... thanks

 

[eibgrad]

One of the problems here is the lack of precision. There’s no specific model of anything ever specified. For example, I don’t know if the reference to “Linksys 54g” refers to a wireless router or wireless adapter. I’m not even sure if there might be two (2) routers in this setup. It would really help if you provided the make/model of every device, and precisely how they are connected.

 

[Martin 71]

Hey, I'm sorry, I didn't really specify anything... Turns out I had to enable bridging in the Westell... Thanks for your quick response.

 

[eibgrad]

Ah, I see, that's what I meant, you had two routers in the mix, but never provided that information. At least it's now working.

 

[Martin 71]

Well, now I've got a new problem... It's set up right, but the booster (which is claimed to be able to go 2 miles is barely making it the 70 yards to my shed....) why???

 

[Martin 71]

is there something I can get that will connect to the booster about halfway and boost it again? like a relay of sorts?

 

[eibgrad]

Should I assume this is the Hawking HAO14SDP?

I see this has very good reviews on Newegg, but a quick scan didn't reveal anyone using this even close to 2 miles (>10,000 ft.). Like most things wireless, that's a gross exaggeration based on perfect conditions in a lab. I'm sure it also assumes LOS (line of sight). I do see ppl having success as far away as 1000ft, while most seem to be using well under 1000ft. One would assume 70 yds is not much of challenge.

No matter how could the booster, it still depends on factors outside its control; obstructions, interference, etc. You may have to elevate the booster and receiver and see if that helps.

 

[eibgrad]

is there something I can get that will connect to the booster about halfway and boost it again? like a relay of sorts?

LOL, you mean a booster for the booster?!

Frankly, if it comes down to that, you might want to dump the consumer grade solutions and spend a little more for some business class products to handle the job (e.g., Ubiquiti).

I wouldn’t want to immediately dismiss the possibility the Hawking might work out, but these consumer grade products can’t compete w/ serious, business class products. And in the case of Ubiquity, I find their pricing to pretty reasonable too.

 

[Martin 71]

LOL, you mean a booster for the booster?!

Frankly, if it comes down to that, you might want to dump the consumer grade solutions and spend a little more for some business class products to handle the job (e.g., Ubiquiti).

I wouldn’t want to immediately dismiss the possibility the Hawking might work out, but these consumer grade products can’t compete w/ serious, business class products. And in the case of Ubiquity, I find their pricing to pretty reasonable too.

I wish I had the cash to grab something like that... Unfortunately, I don't... The solutions I have already strained my minimal budget. I'll grab an extension cable for the booster and hopefully mount it higher to get reception.

 

[rand_79]

any neighbors near you using wireless internet?

maybe try switching channels.

 

[Martin 71]

several actually, I'll try that... thanks