In today's world, your wireless router has become an indispensable piece of equipment in your home, allowing various devices from cell phones to computers to have internet access. Though these devices boast an impressive range, router placement is still vital for getting the most reliable signal. Here are a few simple tips that will boost your Wi-Fi strength.

What's the Best Place to Put a Wireless Router?

1. Avoid Nearby Obstructions

Ensure your router isn’t enclosed in a concrete or brick area that will slow down or block the signal. Walls impede the waves from reaching every corner, and other electronics can interfere with how reliable the signal for your internet access is. The microwave oven is a particular impediment, as it runs on a similar frequency and can cause an issue with connectivity if it's too close to the router. 

2. Go High

Router waves spread out and down, making a high place better for extending the device's reach. Mount the router as high as you can on a wall or on a tall shelf to ensure the radio waves cover as much of each room as possible.

3. Centralize It

The best place for a router is in a central spot that's within sight of where you plan to use the internet. The more obstacles that are in the way, the less reliable your signal will be. 

Placing the device in a hidden corner will actually send more of its waves outside the home through the walls instead of inside where you need it. If a central spot isn’t near the necessary modem, you may need to add cables under the floor or plug a powerline network adapter into an outlet to extend the range. 

4. Set the Antenna

The angle of the antenna is based on your living space’s layout. For homes with multiple floors, try a sideways angle to get the signal to travel upstairs. If you need to extend the reach farther on the same floor, point the antenna up. When routers have multiple antennas, vary their angles to cover the most ground. They should never be all in the same position. 

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