[SOLVED] Setting up WavLink AC600

[ron.swain]

I am trying to setup a Wavlink AC600 and am having some issues. I am not worried about if it is setup as an AP or a repeater. My goal is to the wifi signal about 700ft from my house. I initially set it up as a repeater' and then as an AP; but each time it is as if my devices are competing between the two networks. It also seems as if (when connecting to the WavLink AP); it has trouble when it comes to graphics or images on any given website. I have a few ideas on things to try; but really want to get this figured so am looking for as many ideas to try as possible.

Thanks in advance.

 

[kanewolf]

That unit is not optimum for getting WIFI 100s of feet away. It is omnidirectional. If you have a specific location you want WIFI you should use a pair of directional access points. Since WIFI is a two way connection, even if the Wavlink can broadcast to you, your device can't broadcast back. This is why a pair of devices, creating a wireless bridge is the more reliable implementation.

 

[ron.swain]

That unit is not optimum for getting WIFI 100s of feet away. It is omnidirectional. If you have a specific location you want WIFI you should use a pair of directional access points. Since WIFI is a two way connection, even if the Wavlink can broadcast to you, your device can't broadcast back. This is why a pair of devices, creating a wireless bridge is the more reliable implementation.

I understand. The issue is I am trying to get wifi out on my dock (which will not have power for a about 6 more months) from my house so will be able to stream music, etc...

 

[kanewolf]

That unit is not optimum for getting WIFI 100s of feet away. It is omnidirectional. If you have a specific location you want WIFI you should use a pair of directional access points. Since WIFI is a two way connection, even if the Wavlink can broadcast to you, your device can't broadcast back. This is why a pair of devices, creating a wireless bridge is the more reliable implementation.

I understand. The issue is I am trying to get wifi out on my dock (which will not have power for a about 6 more months) from my house so will be able to stream music, etc...

You may have to implement a solar cell & battery setup. Engenius and Unify devices can both work with 12VDC.
You need a pair of directional devices to make a reliable link.

 

[ron.swain]

That unit is not optimum for getting WIFI 100s of feet away. It is omnidirectional. If you have a specific location you want WIFI you should use a pair of directional access points. Since WIFI is a two way connection, even if the Wavlink can broadcast to you, your device can't broadcast back. This is why a pair of devices, creating a wireless bridge is the more reliable implementation.

I understand. The issue is I am trying to get wifi out on my dock (which will not have power for a about 6 more months) from my house so will be able to stream music, etc...

You may have to implement a solar cell & battery setup. Engenius and Unify devices can both work with 12VDC.
You need a pair of directional devices to make a reliable link.

OK I appreciate the information any specific device you would recommend?

 

[kanewolf]

The two manufacturers I listed Engenius and Ubiquiti. They both make outdoor directional AP/bridge hardware.
You can probably do a 2.4Ghz link so something like the Ubiquiti NSM2 nanostation or the Engenius ENH202.