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grok

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7. you might try changing the firmware of the router

Sat May 19, 2012, 11:50 PM

May 2012

DD-WRT is a solid choice with which I have much experience. Tomato is another choice that is somewhat simpler and that others rave about. both are free.

http://www.dd-wrt.com/site/index

A couple caveats. DD-WRT works best with earlier models (WRT-54G V1-V4) or any 54GL. it could work on new models but usually more difficult.

one of the main advantages is you can double or even triple the power output safely.

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Linksys - Wireless-G Router [View all] SHRED May 2012 OP

Some general tips can be found.... PoliticAverse May 2012 #1

thank you!! SHRED May 2012 #2

Check for nearby Hi Freq devices in use, such as microwave, vac cleaner, tools. nt CK_John May 2012 #3

Cordless phones are a big culprit. Especially the spread spectrum types. RC May 2012 #4

Reiterating everything... discntnt_irny_srcsm May 2012 #5

few questions and notes ChromeFoundry May 2012 #6

Good point. I put larger rabbit ears on mine a long time ago. HopeHoops May 2012 #12

you might try changing the firmware of the router grok May 2012 #7

Thanks but... SHRED May 2012 #8

I think this is it: discntnt_irny_srcsm May 2012 #9

sorry, been doing this for years. I should have simplified.. grok May 2012 #10

That's the one I have. Good router. With larger ears mine handles the entire house now. HopeHoops May 2012 #13

I did something like this: Gore1FL May 2012 #11