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Originally Posted by jay152
Hi guys are these easy to setup and do they actually make a difference with speeds and WiFi coverage ?
Jason
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It depends what you have in place already. For the wired in additional access point you need an ethernet cable to a suitable location elsewhere in the house, e.g. an upstairs room, attic or at least an opposite corner of the house, close to you weak signal spots. Setting up the access point using the TP-Link router, I provided a link to, is easy. Use its user interface to set it up as an access point rather than as a full LAN server. It will give you the option to select. Enter wifi SSID details as usual.
The power line option requires at least two adapters, one next to the SHub and another in the poor signal part of your house. A third or fourth can be added if required. The set up instructions are pretty easy to follow. It is best if you plug them direct into a mains wall socket, rather than into an extension lead.
As an extra signal boost to your powerline adaptors you could run an access point off one of them, as described above, instead of running it off ethernet.
If you have dead or weak wifi spots either option will make a significant difference enabling you to use most PC, pad, smart TV or phone apps with no problem. e.g. video streaming or file transfer.
I hope this is clear enough. Come back to us if you get stuck.