pattyjamas@gmail.com wrote:
> Hi,
> I have a Linksys Router (WRT54GS0) upstairs and signal is not strong
> enough downstairs in my house even with 14db antennas. I do not want
> to burn any new third party firmware in the router and adjust power
> output.
>
> Note I did have a Linksys WRE54G wireless extender downstairs to
> amplify the signal but it was problematic and did not have a strong
> enough or consistent signal. It has since been tossed.
>
> I would like to have wireless access downstairs for laptop use (will
> buy this year), and streaming audio to a stereo (via a Squeezebox unit
> I possess).
>
> I would like to run a connection from my router upstairs to some sort
> of Powerline adapter upstairs.
>
> --->>Then downstairs I would like to pick up the signal through the
> electrical system via another Powerline adapter BUT I want the signal
> to be wireless...
>
> What is the best bet or choices/combinations of products to accomplish
> this?
>
> I guess I could use Ethernet Powerline adapters on both end and
> perhaps plug in another AP but perhaps there is a better way to do
> this.
>
>
> Thanks in advance for all suggestions...
> Patty
Depends on if you want it simple or complicated.... There are various
types/manufacturers of powerline stuf, some expensive and some cheaper, but
the netgear stuff I use works as an ethernet bridge over a powerline
(powerline ethernet adapter
http://www.netgear.com/Products/Powe...tAdapters.aspx
about $140 for two/a pair).. I have one hooked into my wap/router/cable
modem, and the other plugs into the router side ((not the wan)) of a Linksys
wrt54g (under $50 at walmart) and one of the netgear powerline bridge
things... gives me both wired and wireless wherever I plug the stuff in
(usually downstairs, but when nice out, in the backyard by the
gazebo/hammock... gotta relax when surfing! :)
They (netgear) do make a combo ethernet bridge/access point
(
http://www.netgear.com/Products/Powe...essPoints.aspx)
however they are hard to find, so you may want to consider a plan B and go
for stuff that is reasonable cost but available easily.....