TP-Link N300 WiFi Extender(TL-WA855RE)-Covers Up to 800 Sq.ft, WiFi Range Extender supports up to 300Mbps speed, Wireless Signal Booster and Access Point for Home, Single Band 2.4Ghz only

Sort of convoluted you can combine with this.

TP-Link | N300 WiFi Range Extender | Up to 300Mbps | WiFi Extender, Repeater, Wifi Signal Booster, Access Point | Easy Set-Up | External Antennas & Compact Designed Internet Booster (TL-WA855RE) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YFCyEb3B19WQH

IT guy by profession, woodworker as a hobby. I ran ethernet through a conduit and installed a new access point in my shop. For a less extreme solution, you can buy a wifi repeater (example here https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Extender-External-Antennas-TL-WA855RE/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=wifi+repeater&qid=1606926663&sr=8-3) You plug this into an outlet in your house as near to the building as possible. It basically receives the signal, and then boosts it back out. It works pretty well, but having that "man in the middle" will cause a slight inherent lag. If you're just wanting to watch youtube videos and check email from the shack, that won't be a problem though.

Have no idea about code, but I solved my router problems with a simple repeater:

https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Extender-External-Antennas-TL-WA855RE/dp/B0195Y0A42

Would a WiFi extender work as well because I don’t have 100 bucks on me but I do have enough to afford a 20$ WiFi extender.The product also says it can be used as an Ethernet adapter do in the future when I have enough money I could add one.Iwill leave a link here to it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4MXtFbTW1A784

You can get something like this and place it closer to your pc and run the patch cord from its ethernet port.

Maybe not enterprise grade, but I have one of these repeaters /(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ve2DFb3FB8GGZ) set up behind my entertainment center at home connecting to my wifi, then ethernet to a small switch where I've wired in my TV, ps4, etc. Set it not to broadcast its own network, just bridge. Was cheap, very easy to set up, and has been very reliable.

> Also, unless I am mistaken or something has changed in the three years since I last worked retail an extender with a LAN output just isn't a thing,

Yes, it is: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42

And the 2 kinds I have here also claim to be able to use the LAN connector to hook up a PC with ethernet to the WiFi network.

their place is a bit cluttered, but it's not dirty. i zoomed in; the floor looks swept.

anyway, o.p.! if you're having trouble playing [rockstar games' games] together, try getting a range extender (i have this one). my boyfriend's console is connected to that, and my console is connected to our router. we don't have issues playing together anymore.

wifi extender with ethernet port

I saw your reply in a notification but it's not showing up on the thread, this is what I was talking about.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9X2cFb2NY8NA9

Would it be something like this? wifi extender

I use one of these in my trailer... Has one ethernet port and also acts as a wifi repeater. I'm sure there are better options, but it works great for me!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_CV2SEb3ZE3V1V

Fourth option:

Buy a TP-Link N300 Wi-Fi extender (or any other extender that only works in the 2.4GHz range). Set up the extender as instructed and have your Alexa-type device connect to the extender, not your primary network. The TP-Link is smart enough to connect to the right network, even if the IoT device isn't.

I have a Velop mesh system that only uses one SSID. I could set it up using the traditional "My Wi-Fi 2G" and "My Wi-Fi 5G", but that's stupid since it's 2020 already and almost every device on my network can automatically switch. This is great because my phone can be on 5GHz inside the house, but automatically switch to 2.4GHz if I'm outside mowing the grass.

Having said that, I have a "smart bulb" in my office that can only connect to a 2.4GHz network, and will not connect to the mesh network... at all. I happened to have an N300 lying around, and it's worked perfectly once I set it up properly.

Wifi or internet? Is it better when you are closer to the router?

https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Extender-External-Antennas-TL-WA855RE/dp/B0195Y0A42

Something like this might help.

Wonder if you could do something similar but with a range extender. I have this one by my garage because the router is upstairs and across the house from my garage: TP-Link | N300 WiFi Range Extender | Up to 300Mbps | WiFi Extender, Repeater, Wifi Signal Booster, Access Point | Easy Set-Up | External Antennas & Compact Designed Internet Booster (TL-WA855RE) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qbPfEbE4Y3KHT

Maybe the antenna on this could be modified with a directional antenna and plugged into the 12v port in the car with the adapter.

I use a $20 repeater and gave it a unique SSID so it is dedicated to one device. It works great if they don't mind switching network names in the dead spot.

And you can even also buy standalone access point units that only exist to extend the range of a WiFi network via a cable. WiFi extenders work similarly, they just use WiFi for the uplink rather than a cable. They also suck.

That said, I have found that this extender can be put into AP mode and use a cable for uplink, and it's actually super competent at that task. I actually have one of these broadcasting my guest network via a vlan on my router, since I've found that devices with cheaper WiFi modules tend to have trouble connecting to a network being broadcast from an AP that's broadcasting multiple SSIDs.

Something like this?

O sorry.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Awesome. Thank you so much for your input! So let’s say I were to purchase one, preferably the one I’ll add a link to at the bottom of this, it should be able to connect to my 5GHz WiFi and provide 2.4GHz so I could connect my smart lights?

TP-Link N300 WiFi Extender | Covers Up to 800 Sq.ft | Up to 300Mbps | WiFi Range Extender, Repeater, Wifi Internet Signal Booster, Access Point | Easy Set-Up | (TL-WA855RE) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YyJNEbHCP8N4A

Getting an internal card tends to always be better than having USB adapters. Depending on the age of the router, a new router can make the difference too. However, for a better signal, I suggest a WiFi Extender. Now this won't help with the ping, but what it does help with is getting you a better signal. You basically plug it into a power outlet somewhere between you and the router. After you set it up, it connects to the router and seamlessly extends the range of your router's wireless.

https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-AC1750-inteligente-enrutadores-inal%C3%A1mbricos/dp/B0195Y0A42/

This is an in-expesnive example. Depending on the age of your router you will have either a 2.5ghz band router or 5ghz. Most 5ghz support both connections, but if you buy a 2.5ghz extender like my example link, you only extend that.

Just get one of these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/

They have an ethernet port on the bottom and you can use it to bridge/ connect to your WLAN.

I think you have a poor internet connection. Try an inexpensive wifi extender such as: https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Extender-External-Antennas-TL-WA855RE/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=sr_1_5?crid=6BIN0H1KF8AJ&dchild=1&keywords=tp+link+wifi+extender&qid=1586780586&s=electronics&sprefix=tp+link+%2Celectronics%2C764&sr=1-5

I bought one because my wireless router is on the east end of my house and the signal was very weak on the west end of the house causing my devices (echo, tablet, nestcam, to drop signal or not function properly. The setup is easy. Good luck.

The 2 cheapest options are either move the router or switch the problematic phone to a 2.5GHZ network from the router (2.5ghz tends to be slower than 5ghz, but it travels farther).
A more expensive option is to buy a WiFi Repeater (like this).
An even more expensive and more complicated option is to replace the router with one that's been noted for higher wifi range (like this).

The "too many signals" things is more on how many other people have WiFi going in your area. If your phone/tablet/whatever shows a ton of WiFi SSID's when you go into connect to your WiFi then no one's connection to WiFi is going to be amazing.
If your current WiFi router is the cheapest available then there's a chance there's too many devices connected to it, but I'd expect that issue to be more in internet speed rather than finding a signal.

If you look at something like DD-WRT and have a router compatible with it you can often set them up as a repeater type of thing. Basically at home you set it up to have the same network you normally use. When you are on the road you plug it in and then connect to it and then have it use it's WiFi to connect to the Motel/Hotel access point. Some do this better than others though. Most will support connecting on say 2.4Ghz to the Hotel/Motel and then broadcast to your devices on 5Ghz. Some will allow both on 2.4Ghz. You can also pick up some of the "repeaters" and do something similar. I use something very similar to this https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Extender-External-Antennas-TL-WA855RE/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&fst=as%3Aoff&qid=1591128811&refinements=p_89%3ATP-Link&rnid=2528832011&s=pc&sr=1-1 and for 20 bucks it's a simple way to keep your devices on the same network while traveling.

Try buying a wifi extender that plugs into a power outlet and help the internet get to the garage.

For $20, these things are awesome!

https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Extender-External-Antennas-TL-WA855RE/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1WM5NTLF73HGG&dchild=1&keywords=wifi+extender&qid=1607265913&sprefix=wifi+%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-5

To help me understand, when you say internet cable, do you mean Coaxial cable (kind tvs mostly use) or ethrnet. You mention splitting, so I'm thinking coaxial.

How many SSIDs (wifi names) are being broadcasted?

Depending on time, money and energy you want to commit you can:

Simple cheap: Setup a repeater. This basically just takes the existing weakish wifi ssid and broadcasters it in its area. So essentially your creating a chain. Heres the first Amazon hit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_rOccEb70AQ0T0

Kinda simple: Get a mesh router setup. This will probably involve messing with your router config (bridge mode and/or removing NAT, ssid broadcast, etc) but there are plenty of how to guides you can follow. Many of the top players have stake in this field now so prices vary. I've used eero befor, liked it for its ease of use but not for its advanced use. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WMLPSRL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.SccEbBHCYQVS

There are tons more options but I think the above will be your best bet.

ehh. I'm guessing it connects to another AP over wifi then?

$20 is not so bad I guess. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195Y0A42

Not sure about NAS with wifi capabilities but you could either get a wifi extender (something like https://www.amazon.com/-/es/TP-Link-AC1750-inteligente-enrutadores-inal%C3%A1mbricos/dp/B0195Y0A42/) or the same thing over PLC, which I have not used before, but might be faster than wifi...

Either way, you connect your nas to the adapter/extender with an ethernet cable and the nas does not know it will be using wifi or plc. Should work, not sure about stability or transfer speeds though.

I use my current Galaxy S9 and cast it to a TV; both are on my wireless network. My network really didn't reach my garage so I got $15 extender, and it works perfectly.

I also picked up a USB-C to HDMI cord that goes from the phone to the TV that makes it easier than casting. it reduces the lag to nearly zero, low enough that I don't notice it and it's fine as long as I ride less than 1.5 hours. If I am riding longer than that, I need to charge the phone cuz the battery will drain too far. In that scenario, I cast it and have the phone plugged into a portable battery that has a little carry bag slung from my handlebars.

I also tried to use the cord and have the phone sit on a wireless charger, but the charging was intermittent and I really didn't see too much of a benefit there, so I nixed that process.

YMMV, but even a cheap 32" TV and your phone and you're ready to go. I don't know what your budget is like, but Target has good deals on 32" TVs for less than $100. I picked up an old model 55" TV last black friday for about $125 and it's perfect for Zwift and football in the garage.