On Fri, 26 Aug 2016 00:31:43 -0600 Robin Laing <MeSat@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote: > On 20/08/16 09:44, Erik P. Olsen wrote: > > I have a linksys router model WRT160NL but the range is too short. I > > experience many situations where the connection is dropped when the > > distance from the router is more than 25 feet. What is the recommended > > router when it comes to signal strength? I would prefer one which can be > > flashed with dd-wrt. > > > > Thanks in advance > > > > > I am looking for a new router as well but more for the security aspect so I want dd-wrt or other software on it to run with decent firewall and filter controls. > > For outdoor access, there are many other routers in the area. I downloaded an Android app (Wifi Analyser) that lists routers, sids, channels being used and signal strength for those routers. I then selected channels that were the clearest for access. What I have noticed is that many are higher powered routers so that is a requirement for getting a better signal in my yard. > > I am looking for one that does have an external antenna port. > > Robin It is worth looking at http://www.mikrotik.com/ https://routerboard.com/ I'm using hAP lite and i'm very satisfied. Flat is 100 sq meters, brick wals, no problem with wifi. Not to mention excelent RouterOS. BR, Bob -- users mailing list users@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx To unsubscribe or change subscription options: https://lists.fedoraproject.org/admin/lists/users@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Fedora Code of Conduct: http://fedoraproject.org/code-of-conduct Guidelines: http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Mailing_list_guidelines Have a question? Ask away: http://ask.fedoraproject.org
