I'm really at my wits' end with my WiFi situation. I live in a sizable house where the fiber connection comes into our laundry room, and we have our router set up there. Recently, I've been having trouble with an older Samsung TV that struggles to maintain a connection when I try to screen mirror from my iPhone to it. The connection will drop after a couple of minutes while playing videos.
I initially thought the issue might be the signal strength, so I invested in an eero system, placing the main unit in the laundry and extenders at both ends of the house, close to the TV. But now I'm not sure if the problem is with the signal strength or if it's the TV's compatibility with the eero system that broadcasts on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz channels. I'm really frustrated because nothing seems to work, and I'm reaching out for any networking advice you might have!
4 Answers
Before you spend more on solutions, why not run a long Ethernet cable directly to the TV? That way you can test if the connection improves. If it does, you'll know the issue is related to your WiFi signal. Keep in mind that various factors could cause dropped connections, like firmware issues or compatibility problems, so it's best to start with the basics.
Have you thought about relocating the main router to a more central spot? It could significantly improve the signal strength throughout the house.
Since your house is new, make sure to check what Ethernet options you have. The eero system is designed to pick up and repeat WiFi signals, but if the nodes can't connect well, it won't help much. If you’re considering powerline adapters, yes, they can work for streaming, but performance can vary depending on your home's electrical setup.
It sounds like your eero nodes might not have a strong enough wireless connection to the main router. If they're too far from it or lack a wired connection, they won't perform any better than your old router. Have you thought about trying powerline adapters? They can utilize your home's electrical wiring for a more stable connection, especially if you can't run Ethernet cables to the nodes or TV.
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