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Hello all,
I have a wifi access point that can work as a wifi repeater (which is how I have it connected now).
In a computer that is plugged directly to the router I can get a download speed of 10270kbps and an upload speed of 787kbps and a latency of 36ms.
Nothing impressive, but it works.
And in a computer connected through wifi across that repeater I'm getting a super download speed of 1015kbps and an upload speed of 707kbps and a latency of 40ms (this happened after resetting the access point, before it was impossible to finish the speed test as it was impossible to send data to do it).
Is this normal? or should I test something in any of the devices? seeing that big difference, what would you suggest?
The wifi has connected:
2 Chromecast devices.
4 Phones.
1 Computer.
There are a maximum of 5 routers nearby...
Any idea on how to improve that performance?
The computer is getting full signal from the wifi repeater.
Probably the repeater is getting half the power from the router.
Thank you all!
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Nothing in your on-going daily kerfluffles with technology is "normal."
Nor is the behavior of turning the Lounge into a personal support forum for a never-ending series of posts about said daily apocalypses.
In fact, one might say you define "normal" by providing a clear example of what is it not.
If only defining "normal" was more entertaining 
«There is a spectrum, from "clearly desirable behaviour," to "possibly dodgy behavior that still makes some sense," to "clearly undesirable behavior." We try to make the latter into warnings or, better, errors. But stuff that is in the middle category you don’t want to restrict unless there is a clear way to work around it.» Eric Lippert, May 14, 2008
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BillWoodruff wrote: Nothing in your on-going daily kerfluffles with technology is "normal."
I don't think so...
I've upgraded from 7 to 10 and it worked flawlessly... well... ok, you are right... that seems not to be normal given the posts of other people here. 
BillWoodruff wrote: Nor is the behavior of turning the Lounge into a personal support forum for a never-ending series of posts about said daily apocalypses.
They are not apocalypses, simply things that are technology related and that are giving me some headache... then before starting touching things here and there and possibly making things worse, it seems to me a good idea searching the internet and asking for help here... No one is under pressure to answer and each time I find a solution I tag the post as solved to avoid people wasting time in an already solved issue.
The Lounge is a very nice place to come, not only a personal forum, but it is also a personal forum where a lot of technology savvy people hangs and where a lot of things can be discussed.
BillWoodruff wrote: In fact, one might say you define "normal" by providing a clear example of what is it not.
I'm from a small village in Catalonia... what did you made think I would be normal? 
BillWoodruff wrote: If only defining "normal" was more entertaining
Seriously, I'm sorry if reading those messages have annoyed or bored you, of course this is not what was intended.
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<i>BillWoodruff wrote:
turning the Lounge into a personal support forum</i>
Ooh! The quoty thing isn't working!
However. Point of order, Mr. Chairman!
The ruling at the top of the page clearly states "<i>anything in a software developer's life</i>", so we clearly <i>are</i> his personal support forum until such time as he changes job.
Just wait for him to post an "<i>I've been promoted to Project Manager!</i>" message, then you can jump all over him.
I wanna be a eunuchs developer! Pass me a bread knife!
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Why so curmudgeonly? She isn't asking for codes pleeze. Besides, have you seen her picture???
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I'd check the channel usage.
For Android there is an app I use: Wifi Analyzer[^] which shows you how many other routers are on the same channel, or close and suggests better ones. It also lets you monitor the signal strength in near real-time as you move around.
Bad command or file name. Bad, bad command! Sit! Stay! Staaaay...
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Done that, no one else was at the same channel, but the router had the channel selection at AUTO mode, so I've selected the channel manually.
A little bit better... 
And I've disconnected the 54G mode...
And this has made it work better too...
I'll cross fingers and see if this stays this way for long...
Thank you OG!
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You're welcome - good luck!
Bad command or file name. Bad, bad command! Sit! Stay! Staaaay...
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As Griff says, check the channel allocation. What other SSID are appearing, possibly causing interference using the same channels or channel overlap. Check which frequency everything is using. if every man and dog around is on 2.4, and your hardware supports it, switch to 5 (depending on distance etc.).
Also, look at the direction, are you looking at extending out in one direction, i.e. possible reflector option at main AP. Also look at the antenna angles, positioning, can the router be moved slightly near a doorway etc. All these help.
WifiAnalyser is definitely an excellent tool to play around with until you get things optimal.
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I think the @#$% router I own is not really good... It only allows 2.4...
I've seen that putting it to a specific channel has improved a little bit the behavior...
Let's see what will happen from now...
Thank you!
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In UK, I got so fed up with (what felt like) constantly replacing and poor performance Wifi Routers and Extenders that I ripped them out and hard wired in Ubiquiti POE UniFi APs, one upstairs and one downstairs. wired back to a Ubiquiti Switch and Ubiquiti Router.....so much better and never any problems now. 
Downstairs AP[^]
Network Rack in loft[^]
Over here in Qatar I have linksys AP (wired back to cannot be removed fibre router, telecoms company owned)and 2 Linksys Extenders, they can be problematic and need to be rebooted every so often. I am wanting to do the same as the Uk and replace them with Ubiquiti gear, so after holidays maybe look at how can get the wiring through the building (concrete walls and false ceilings). 
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Aw. The old Fiasco in which you could easily break your arm reaching for the passenger side seat belt (no rear seatbelts in those days, of course!) Such memories!
I am not a number. I am a ... no, wait!
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R. Giskard Reventlov wrote: Marvelous car.
Too bad it's butt ugly. 
That's what I do. I drink, and I know things. ~ Tyrion Lannister
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Yeah, but went like sh*t off a shovel. For its day it was ok but it did require regular servicing. Like every week...
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Nope, Axl still sucks and takes away from the ACDC sound I have grown to love. They need to retire now.
Second link, he sounds like Sam Kinison.
...in my opinion, that is.
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Wow! Thank you for this. I never expected that he fits that good.
modified 19-Jan-21 21:04pm.
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It's cute the first time.
The nth time, it creates a new behavior -- how long can I wait so that I'm not the first caller having to listen to the hold music.
Ah, the side-effects of technology on our behavior!
You can hear the hold song here[^] if you want. Like I said, cute the first time.
Marc
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Agreed. Not bad one time, maybe.
But, that's about it.
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It beats all hell out of the 8-bit, four bar 90's video game theme on some PBX's.
Software Zen: delete this;
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OK, so 100 is the average intelligence. Without really thinking about it, one kind of assumes that average is... well, you know - meh, average. Not smart, not stupid, just... average. But actually, has anyone done any studies to really get a handle on just what average intelligence amounts to? (Other than answering IQ tests...) 'cos I think it's probably pretty damned stupid.
I'm asking this in all seriousness - not trying to have a rant. What is average intelligence - just how smart (or dumb) is someone with an IQ of 100?
For example - how would such people fare in:
applications to an average university
a course to become an airline pilot
learning to program in C#
studying law
running for public office (ha ha just joking with that one!)
..this sort of thing...
[edit] just to be clear: I am not looking for a scientifically rigorous answer - the question doesn't have one, I know that. Just.. as the title says: how smart is average?
"I'm never quite so stupid as when I'm being smart." - Linus van Pelt.
"If you were as smart as you think you are, you wouldn't think you were so smart!" - Charlie Brown.
modified 6-May-16 15:14pm.
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Someone once said I was below average. I though he was being mean, but it was just his default mode.
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That will go over some heads.
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