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I meshed it.

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Posted on February 7, 2023 at 14:21:05
G Squared
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My RPI is remote from my router and the house wiring is on a different breaker for each device's outlets. The RPI never drops, but my small Lenovo tablet that I use does. I bought a 2 pack TP-Link mesh wifi router. Got it set up and even figured out how to change the wifi network and password on the RPI. It took about 20 minutes. The new network is strong everywhere. I'll have my son do some speed tests later, but the music is flowing and I am happy.


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RE: I meshed it., posted on February 7, 2023 at 21:47:44
Javier
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 Mesh systems are great for strong coverage I also have the deco

 

RE: I meshed it., posted on February 8, 2023 at 07:13:42
zacster
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 I have them too and all of the music in my house runs over it.

Every now and then I read a comment here that wired internet gives you better sound and it always turns out they have problems with their wifi not being able to get a good connection. It isn't that the sound is better, just that it doesn't break up. I never have the problem with the mesh system.

 

RE: I meshed it., posted on February 8, 2023 at 09:51:23
AbeCollins
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 IMHO Hardwired Ethernet is the way to go IF it is readily available where you need it. It won't necessarily sound better. If Wifi is marginal it can be a pain to troubleshoot (signal strength, obstructions, interference, drop outs, intermittent connections, etc). Hardwired Ethernet is generally 100% or dead - which to me is much easier to troubleshoot and fix.

That being said, I might try a Mesh network again for general coverage around the house. My Mesh was 1st generation several years ago and it sort of worked but if we were connected to one of the mesh nodes in a bedroom the speed was greatly reduced. It was sometimes better NOT to connect to a node by unplugging it. It did help with devices on the outer edges of our normal Wifi coverage including a couple outside streaming security cameras.

I see that Wifi 7 Mesh devices are just now hitting the market so I'll probably wait a while. The first offering from TP-Link will be their flagship BE3300/BE-95 setup for $1200 !! They have more affordable midrange and entry models in the pipeline coming later in 2023.



 

Yes, that is the best solution for fast, easy coverage .............., posted on February 8, 2023 at 14:11:52
Cut-Throat
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 I have basically created my own 'Mesh' System in my House with 'Access Points' --- I have a lot of Routers that I have upgraded from, which I use as Access Points in Various Places in my Home.... 1 at each End of Each Level of my House, so that it is all Covered.

This takes a bit of Technical Acumen, but you can tailor it to your exact needs. I would not recommend my method to those who don't want a 'Technical Challenge".



 

Only problem i have , posted on February 8, 2023 at 21:23:29
Javier
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 Is that in trying ARC I have two routers to deal with and tho this day I haven't had the patience of troubleshoot it .

 

RE: Only problem i have , posted on February 9, 2023 at 06:36:31
AbeCollins
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Yup. Wifi is more complex. Mesh Wifi even more so.



 

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