Re: 19db Omni Antenna - No Effect

I have the same usb wifi and that unit seems to like the
antenna that comes with it.



evoodoo <evoodoo.2ymo0g@no-mx.wirelessforums.org> wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I'm a noob at this, so maybe someone can clarify the basics for me.
> I've been using an EnGenius 362-EXT usb wifi card and wanted to improve
> my reception. I'm sharing internet in an apartment building, so I
> thought of getting a better antenna. I splurged on a 19dbi omni
> directional antenna (its massive, like 88cm) but once installed, I
> didn't noticed a reception difference.
> Is the usb card not powerful enough to power the antenna? (does that
> statement even make sense?) I just don't see why they make antennas so
> large, when it doesn't seem to add any reception. I've decided to order
> a hawking signal booster, but will it make a difference? Will it improve
> reception, and what should I do with the antenna? Was it a waste of
> money?
> Thanks
> Eric
>
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