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Wireless Solutions for Poor Coverage Areas

Published by Juan David Ramirez on 7th Jan 2025

Struggling with poor wireless coverage? Whether it’s thick walls, large spaces, or high-density environments, poor connectivity disrupts productivity and everyday life. Fortunately, modern wireless solutions are designed to eliminate dead zones and optimize network performance. Hi, I'm Juan David, your Tech Lead Support at Flytec and today we will dive into strategies and tools, featuring UniFi’s cutting-edge equipment and tips to fine-tune your network for peak performance. 

1. Identifying Coverage Issues

Before jumping into solutions, let’s identify common culprits behind poor wireless coverage:

  • Physical Barriers: Walls, floors, and insulation materials like foil-backed sheets can block Wi-Fi signals.
  • Congestion: Overlapping signals on the same channels lead to interference.
  • Insufficient Hardware: Basic routers or improperly configured networks may not meet your coverage needs.

2. Essential Tools for Expanding Coverage

Access Points (APs): The Foundation of Better Coverage

Deploying high-performance APs in key locations can significantly improve coverage:

  • U7-Pro: A Wi-Fi 7 AP designed for high-density indoor environments, delivering exceptional performance and future-proof connectivity.
  • U7-Outdoor: A Wi-Fi 7 AP built for outdoor spaces, with external antenna support for robust connectivity.
  • U6-Mesh: Sleek, indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi 6 AP with flexible mounting options for seamless connectivity.
  • U6 LR: Long-range Wi-Fi 6 AP with enhanced signal strength and coverage for medium to large indoor spaces.
  • UAP-NanoHD: Compact and high-performing Wi-Fi 5 AP, ideal for modern indoor environments.
  • UK-Ultra: A compact WiFi 5 indoor/outdoor access point, offering long-range external antennas for enhanced coverage.

UniFi APs support wireless meshing, making it easy to extend coverage without additional cabling.

UniFi Consoles: Manage Like a Pro

Control and optimize your network with a UniFi Console:

3. Advanced Tips for Optimizing Wireless Performance

Check Your Frequency

  • Use the RF Environment Tool in the UniFi Network Application to perform a spectral scan.
  • Identify congested channels and manually assign non-overlapping frequencies.
  • Consider enabling Nightly Channel Optimization to automatically adjust channels during low-usage periods.
  • For enhanced analysis, use the Wifiman Wi-Fi Scanner (WM-W) to identify channel congestion and detect neighboring networks that could impact performance.

Adjust Channel Width

  • Increase channel width for faster speeds:
  • Use UniFi’s global AP settings for universal adjustments or tweak individual APs for granular control.

Transmit Power Settings

  • Increase TX Power to extend range but beware of interference in high-density environments.
  • Reduce TX Power in overlapping AP setups to optimize roaming and avoid signal conflicts.

Enable Band Steering

Encourage devices to connect to the faster 5 GHz band using Band Steering. Reduce 2.4 GHz TX Power for better balance and minimal interference

Fine-Tune RSSI Thresholds

  • Set Minimum RSSI values to ensure clients connect to the strongest AP.
  • Use Wifiman Wi-Fi Scanner (WM-W) to measure signal levels and adjust thresholds accordingly.

4. Monitoring and Maintenance

UniFi’s Controller Software provides real-time network insights, allowing you to:

  • Monitor connected devices and signal strength.
  • Upgrade firmware.
  • Optimize settings like passwords and network names.

Conclusion

At Flytec Computers, we believe that strong wireless networks are essential for modern living. Whether you’re dealing with dead zones, interference, or high-density environments, our solutions can help.

Let’s see if we can make a connection—contact us today to explore the best options for your network needs.