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Wi-Fi for extended distances

Discussion in 'Storage and Networking' started by Flux333, Aug 5, 2010.

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  1. Flux333 Newcomer, in training

    Hi there.

    i have HP550 (not much), but i was wandering, what's the maximum range for taking a wifi signal?

    Is there a possibility to extend/to catch a wifi signal on longer distances with some software or something? I have just moved to a house near my apartment (where my network is set up) and the distance is, well, nearly 1500 meters (1.5 km).
    Flux333, Aug 5, 2010
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  2. jobeard TS Ambassador Posts: 12,211   +119

    1500m is almost a full statute mile; you will need a new ISP connection at the remote location as WiFi will not traverse that distance even with a repeater.

    You may need to use a satellite connection if all else fails
    jobeard, Aug 5, 2010
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  3. hughva Newcomer, in training Posts: 309

    hughva, Aug 7, 2010
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