Proper wireless router placement ensures the strongest possible signal and the best internet access for your home. It eliminates or minimizes service interruptions that compromise your use and enjoyment of the internet, such as slow download and upload times or buffering of streaming content. Here's how to find the best spot for the Wi-Fi router.

Do:

Choose a central location.

The average home can have any number of wirelessly connected devices, from smartphones and tablets to PCs and televisions. These items get placed throughout the house, so positioning the router in a central location will guarantee the best possible internet access for each gadget.

Avoid leaving it in the basement or uppermost floors, or your range will be limited. Most routers have enough coverage for average-sized homes, as long as they're in a central spot easily accessible to all or most devices.

Raise the router.

If you place the router at a lower vantage point,  the strongest signal will only be accessible at ground level. Instead, elevate the device onto a desk, table, or shelf to boost signal strength and limit obstructions. As a bonus, most modern routers are relatively small and discreet, helping them blend seamlessly into any room design.

Don't:

Put it too close to other appliances.

Home appliances like televisions, microwaves, and refrigerators can emit frequencies that interfere with your wireless signal. As a result, you can experience slow speeds. Moving the router at least a few feet away from these devices will significantly enhance your wireless internet access.

Obstruct the signal.

It's tempting to tuck a router out of sight so it won't affect the room decor. Although a Wi-Fi signal can travel through dense materials, this placement inevitably slows down your internet speeds. For this reason, don't place the router inside a closed cabinet or cupboard. Also, avoid positioning the device in a spot where the signal must travel through metal, stone, or tile, as these substances can weaken it even more.

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