High gain antenna

[Peter]

I tried one of these, claimed to be 9dB. I found so little difference to range that I went back to the original Netgear one -
http://www.wifi-antennas.co.uk/index.php?target=products&product_id=14

[Borg]

Thanks for the advice.  I'll see if Maplins do a return if not satisfied.  I like the idea of the added flexibility of keeping the router out of the way and placing the antenna in a more favourable position.

[right ejit]

Just to balance things here....I use a pair of Hawking Antenna to produce a webcam image over 1 km in clear line of sight.

 http://www.hawkingtech.com/products/productlist.php?CatID=32&FamID=58&ProdID=374

[Derek]

Can confirm that with my research into a wireless project i'm toying with...

[Hagrid]

Has anyone used a screw on external high gain antenna to increase the range and power of the wi-fi signal from their router.  I am thinking of plugging this into my Netgear to replace its own antenna.  Just wonder if it actually makes a difference.  It's 5dbi gain.

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=38211&TabID=1&source=12&doy=5m10

Can't comment on the specifics, Borg.

However, from much experience with CB & Ham antennas, I know that most manufacturers spout utter bollocks when it comes to antenna gain.

[Borg]

Has anyone used a screw on external high gain antenna to increase the range and power of the wi-fi signal from their router.  I am thinking of plugging this into my Netgear to replace its own antenna.  Just wonder if it actually makes a difference.  It's 5dbi gain.

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=38211&TabID=1&source=12&doy=5m10