WiFi "Signal" is Weak in the Basement
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The router is on the top floor, and the basement gets almost no internet.
Symptoms
- Dead zone
- Frequent drops
- Slow speed
Possible Causes
- Concrete floors
- Distance
- HVAC ducting
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Use Powerline Adapters
Send the internet through your home's electrical wiring to the basement.
2
Install a Wired Access Point
Run an Ethernet cable down to the basement for a dedicated WiFi node.
3
Tilt Router Antennas
Position antennas horizontally to push the signal more vertically.
When to See a Technician
Concrete and metal ducting in floors are very effective at blocking WiFi signals from traveling vertically.
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