Make a DIY Wifi Repeater/Range Extender


Problem: A wireless network is just barely out of reach.  Solution: Build your own wireless repeater, place it between you and the wireless router and it’ll repeat the signal, stronger than before, giving you access to the previously unaccessable network. You can buy one on eBay for just a few dollars, or learn to build your own:

The Outdoor Repeater:

When the network is across the neighborhood, sometimes a weatherproof repeater is necessary. Learn to build your own with this detailed range extender tutorial.

Another Effective Method:

Learn to build another universal wireless repeater - A device that you can place anywhere and it will wirelessly repeat the strongest signal, onto another wireless network (with or without security).

Low Budget Solution:

The method is an approach to form the omni-directional radiated signal into a beam signal.  The goal is to increase both incoming and outgoing signal strength on the antenna.  A simple, affordable wifi repeater.

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Comment:
 
R.J. HARPER

February 1st, 2009

I have been envolved with Electronics for over 40 years and these gadgets do work. With todays economy who can afford to buy over inflated priced electronics when you can build your own for pennies on the dollar. Great Site.
Thank You

r

April 8th, 2009

I live in a home with plaster walls. They tell me thats why my wireless goes out when i go to a different room with my laptop(chicken wire in the walls).What can i do to fix the problem? In laymens terms please.What would I need to purchase and is it easy to set up? Thanxs in advance.

Nazri

June 28th, 2009

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